We have an exciting opportunity for a Non-Medical Prescriber to join our team at HMP Kirkham, a category D Prison located in Kirkham, Preston.
The prison has its own Healthcare department where you will be based. We are looking for someone with Substance Misuse experience who can prescribe in substance misuse at RCGP level 1 and is working towards RCGP level 2 or willing to complete further training. HMP Kirkham has a capacity of 700 males.
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
* Onsite parking
* Staff gym access
* Onsite farm shop and café
* Training development opportunities
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week working either 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm, with occasional weekends as and when required.
Salary:
This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary between £49,848 - £55,996 per annum FTE - depending on experience.
Main duties of the job
As a Non-Medical Prescriber, your responsibilities will vary. You will:
* Undertake Clinical Nursing Practice at an advanced level using expert knowledge and clinical skills to deliver care to patients.
* Provide expert professional advice to patients, carers, and colleagues and ensure the maintenance of clinical excellence.
* Provide treatment as required, including prescribing medication, within your sphere of competence.
* Carry out comprehensive assessments of patients looked after.
* Provide advice/support in relation to crisis situations, conditions, and treatment plans, based on medical and treatment history.
* Carry out a clinical review with the patient and update care plans accordingly.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesn't stop there we also offer:
* Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
* Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
* 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders, and immigration removal centres. We're the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Group's purpose is to unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
* We treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated.
* We act with integrity.
* We embrace diversity.
* We strive to do things better together.
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for fair and inclusive healthcare access for all.
Qualifications required:
* Registered NMC or HCPC.
* RCGP 1 Certificate in the Management of Substance Misuse - Essential or working towards.
* RCGP 2 Certificate in the Management of Substance Misuse - Desirable.
* Experience with Substance Misuse background - Essential.
* Understanding and knowledge of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services including Clinical Governance, Quality & Outcomes Framework.
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Employer details
Employer name: Practice Plus Group
Address: HMP Kirkham, Freckleton Rd, Kirkham, Preston, PR4 2RN
Employer's website: Practice Plus Group Careers
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