Remote ISMS Advanced Nurse Practitioner

NHS Jobs; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension salary scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Perks at work

Job summary

DrPA Secure is seeking an Integrated Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join the Substance Misuse Service remotely. You will perform advanced clinical assessments, initiate and monitor opioid substitution therapy, and develop individualized care plans for individuals with complex health and social needs within a criminal justice context.

Working in a multidisciplinary partnership, you will contribute to harm-reduction strategies, lead through MDT meetings, and support governance and service

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health) with current NMC registration.
• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or working toward it.
• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (V300) or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in substance misuse or addictions services; managing complex patients.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced clinical assessments for substance use.
• Initiate, titrate and review opioid substitution therapy.
• Prescribe within national guidelines and monitor safety.
• Conduct risk assessments (safeguarding, overdose, self-harm).
• Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care and care continuity.
• Lead MDT discussions, mentor junior staff and contribute to governance.
• Support pathway development and service improvement.

Skills

Autonomous decision-making

Advanced clinical assessment

Risk management

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Trauma-informed care

Education

NMC registration

MSc Advanced Clinical Practice

Non-Medical Prescribing (V300)

MRCGP Substance Misuse Part 1 & Part 2

Job description

About Us

DrPA Secure has been operating in secure environments since 2014, providing high-quality healthcare services across the UK. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE: Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive Assurance that care is evidence-based and demonstrates high-quality outcomes for our patients Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs Empowerment we centre each resident by co-creating holistic care plans that treat individual needs and support long-term wellbeing.

Job Summary

The Integrated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) role will work the Substance Misuse Service (ISMS) remotely. This Service provides support, treatment and interventions for people within the criminal justice system who present with drug/alcohol and complex health needs which may be contributing towards the offending issues. Within this service DrPA provides the remote clinical assessments for people subject to a community court order or for people on licensee conditions. The ANP Role will provide clinical assessments, prescribe and deliver ongoing treatment planning for individuals presenting with substance dependency and social vulnerabilities. Working within a multidisciplinary criminal justice partnership, the post holder contributes to therapeutic interventions, harm-reduction strategies, and recovery-focused care pathways designed to improve health outcomes and support rehabilitation. The role combines advanced clinical practice with offender health principles, supporting individuals through engagement, stabilisation, treatment, and transition between court ordered Drug Rehabilitation Requirements (DRR) through to custody and community services. The ANP plays a key role in reducing drug- and alcohol-related harm, improving wellbeing, and supporting safer reintegration into society through evidence-based clinical interventions and collaborative working with healthcare, probation, court, prison, and third-sector partners. The post holder promotes trauma-informed, person-centred care and contributes to the overall service objective of addressing the underlying causes of substance-related offending, protecting individuals, families, and communities while improving long-term recovery outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

Undertake advanced clinical assessments for substance use Initiate, titrate and review Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST). Prescribe medication Assess withdrawal risk using recognised clinical tools. Provide harm reduction interventions.

Patient Management

Contribute to Multidisciplinary individualised care plans. Conduct risk assessments including:

• Safeguarding
• Overdose risk
• Self-harm risk

Deliver trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care. Support continuity of care on admission, transfer, or release (secure settings). Participate in complex case reviews.

Prescribing Responsibilities

Prescribe within scope of competence and national guidelines. Monitor medication effectiveness and safety. Undertake medication reviews. Ensure safe storage and administration of controlled drugs.

Multidisciplinary Working

Work collaboratively with:

• GPs
• Psychologists
• Recovery workers
• Pharmacists
• Probation and Custodial staff (secure estate)

Participate in MDT meetings. Provide specialist clinical advice to colleagues.

Leadership & Service Development

Support clinical governance and quality improvement. Contribute to service audits and evaluations. Mentor junior staff and nursing teams. Promote best practice in substance misuse care. Assist with pathway development and innovation.

Safeguarding

Identify safeguarding concerns for adults and children. Follow statutory safeguarding procedures. Participate in safeguarding meetings and documentation.

Clinical Governance

Maintain accurate electronic patient records. Report incidents via organisational systems. Adhere to:

• NICE guidelines
• HIW standards
• National drug treatment frameworks.

Health Promotion

Provide education on:

• Overdose prevention
• Physical health improvement

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health) MRCGP Substance Missue Part 1 & Part 2 Current NMC registration MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (or working toward) Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification (V300) or willingness to obtain Essential Experience Significant post-registration experience. Experience in substance misuse or addictions services. Advanced clinical assessment skills. Experience managing complex and vulnerable patients.

Desirable Experience

Prison or secure estate healthcare. Dual diagnosis management. Harm reduction services. Community addictions services.

Skills & Competencies

Autonomous clinical decision-making Advanced assessment & diagnostics Risk management Leadership and mentoring Excellent communication skills Trauma-informed care approach.

Personal Attributes

Structured and methodical Commercially aware and risk-focused Confident leading people and making decisions Comfortable escalating risks and raising concerns where necessary Able to work autonomously within an operational environment.

General Information

The post holder may be required to perform other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably needed. This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.

Benefits

Pension salary scheme available Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential 24/7 support Access to perks at work.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked for RTW, DBS/CTC consent and references.