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Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should provide non-medical prescribing for ADHD, maintain records, meet clinical targets, cover clinics, supervise staff, enhance service development, and educate multi-disciplinary teams.
  • You will provide non-medical prescribing services, maintain records, ensure clinical governance, cover clinics, support staff, engage in audits, develop services, and educate professionals.

Requirements

  • - To offer non-medical prescribing services to service users in with mental health conditions, specialising in those with ADHD.
  • - To provide and maintain accurate records.
  • - To ensure that Clinical Governance targets are met in relation to prescribing and other specialist areas of practice.
  • - To provide cover for clinics in the event of any staff planned/unplanned leave.
  • - To participate in clinical audits, trials and research and take a role in the monitoring of service quality.
  • - To access clinical supervision in accordance with Trust Policy.
  • - To provide Clinical Supervision to Nurses and other staff.
  • - To be proactive in the development and evaluation of further service development initiatives and service policy relevant to area of expertise.
  • - To be proactive in providing specialist input into the NDD service.
  • - To initiate, develop and use innovative strategies where appropriate to meet client needs.
  • - To be involved in the development and implementation of strategies to educate other multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure that they are able to provide advice and support for clients.
  • - To act independently and organise own workload to best meet service aims.
  • - To review and update relevant protocols and guidelines to ensure clinically effective, evidence based practice.
  • - As part of MDT in the service, to contribute to the development of the NDD service.
  • - To act as an advisor in the development of services as appropriate to role.

Responsibilities

  • To offer non-medical prescribing services to service users in with mental health conditions, specialising in those with ADHD.
  • To provide and maintain accurate records.
  • To ensure that Clinical Governance targets are met in relation to prescribing and other specialist areas of practice.
  • To provide cover for clinics in the event of any staff planned/unplanned leave.
  • To participate in clinical audits, trials and research and take a role in the monitoring of service quality.
  • To access clinical supervision in accordance with Trust Policy.
  • To provide Clinical Supervision to Nurses and other staff.
  • To be proactive in the development and evaluation of further service development initiatives and service policy relevant to area of expertise.
  • To be proactive in providing specialist input into the NDD service.
  • To initiate, develop and use innovative strategies where appropriate to meet client needs.
  • To be involved in the development and implementation of strategies to educate other multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure that they are able to provide advice and support for clients.
  • To act independently and organise own workload to best meet service aims.
  • To review and update relevant protocols and guidelines to ensure clinically effective, evidence based practice.
  • As part of MDT in the service, to contribute to the development of the NDD service.
  • To act as an advisor in the development of services as appropriate to role.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Non-medical Prescriber position?

The primary focus of the Non-medical Prescriber position is to deliver non-medical prescribing interventions specifically for service users diagnosed with ADHD within the Neuro Developmental Disorders (NDD) Service.

What educational or professional qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must be a qualified Non-medical Prescriber, with relevant experience in mental health, particularly in managing ADHD.

Will the Non-medical Prescriber work independently?

Yes, the Non-medical Prescriber will act independently and organize their workload to best meet the service aims while also being part of a multidisciplinary team.

What are the responsibilities related to clinical governance in this role?

The Non-medical Prescriber is responsible for ensuring that Clinical Governance targets are met in relation to prescribing and participating in clinical audits, trials, and research.

Is there support for professional development in this role?

Yes, the Trust provides excellent opportunities for continued professional development (CPD), including an extensive programme of in-house CPD, which is encouraged and supported.

What type of team will the Non-medical Prescriber be working with?

The Non-medical Prescriber will work as part of a multidisciplinary team primarily in Secondary Care settings.

Who can I contact for further details about the job?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Isioma Junior Oriahi, the Service Manager, at isioma.Oriahi@candi.nhs.uk or by telephone at 07973774301.

Are there any additional clinical responsibilities included in the role?

Yes, the role includes providing clinical supervision to nurses and other staff, as well as being proactive in the development and evaluation of service initiatives and policies.

Does the position require participation in clinical audits?

Yes, the Non-medical Prescriber is expected to participate in clinical audits, trials, and research to monitor service quality.

What is the significance of the recent funding increase for the services?

The newly increased funding aims to improve the ADHD and Autism services and decrease wait times for service users in the North Central London Boroughs.

Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust delivers a variety of mental health and community health services across Camden and Islington. Their mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that supports mental well-being and overall health. They are dedicated to offering accessible, effective, and compassionate services to meet the diverse needs of individuals in their community.