Job summary The Independent Nurse prescriber plays a key role at Bosence working as part of a Multidisciplinary Team providing comprehensive assessments, safe prescribing practices and 1to 1 support for service users using both drugs and alcohol as part of their Recovery Treatment Plan. You will need a strong understanding of the complex needs of people with addiction. Experience in strong team working across an organisation. The role is varied and exciting that requires the skills and experience to prescribe to those receiving in patient treatment. Main duties of the job Key Tasks and result areas are To identify the dependence and to formulate a diagnosis management plan in order to treat the disorder. Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations. Providing health promotion, prevention, and treatments to patients Prescribing medications when needed to ensure patient health and well-being (medication transcribing detox medicine only) Support for preceptorship independent prescribing and interface with doctor and/or Medical lead. Aiding effective care planning and risk assessing on site and other services. Engage as part of the MDT and provide nursing leadership within the MDT Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet needs of clients Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Lead by example and support the team to manage their day by ensuing allocations are done by the lead nurse on duty Provide supervision and training to other qualified nurses and student nurses. About us The successful candidate will be required to work with a wide variety of professionals to support residents to detoxify or stabilise their substance misuse. Employment at Bosence offers numerous benefits. NMC registration paid. Joining bonus of £500 (£250 at the start of employment and £250 after 12 months of employment). No uniform. Free parking. Fixed rotas. Free meals on duty. Regular clinical supervision. External supervision. Paid breaks. Access to a range of therapeutic activities (Pottery, Yoga, Acupuncture and more). Free enhanced DBS. Excellent horticultural opportunities. 24/7 Employee support program. Please note that the joining bonus of £500 for new starters is repayable if employment ends before 12 months of employment. Suitable applicants will be interviewed and possibly appointed ahead of the closing date. The successful candidate will be required to work some weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Date posted 18 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £40,000 to £42,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number E0064-25-0000 Job locations 69 Bosence Road Townshend Hayle Cornwall TR27 6AN Job description Job responsibilities We are currently recruiting for a full time Independent Nurse Prescriber. The successful candidate will be required to work with a wide variety of professionals to support residents to detoxify or stabilise their substance misuse. Employment at Bosence offers numerous benefits. NMC registration paid. Joining bonus of £500 (£250 at the start of employment and £250 after 12 months of employment). No uniform. Free parking. Fixed rotas. Free meals on duty. Regular clinical supervision. External supervision. Paid breaks. Access to a range of therapeutic activities (Pottery, Yoga, Acupuncture and more). Free enhanced DBS. Excellent horticultural opportunities. 24/7 Employee support program. Please note that the joining bonus of £500 for new starters is repayable if employment ends before 12 months of employment. Suitable applicants will be interviewed and possibly appointed ahead of the closing date. Main duties of the job The post holder will support the Clinical Lead in the provision of nursing care and will be part of a team that ensure our residents receive a high level of quality care in a safe environment. The main duty of the role will be in supporting caseload management of the wider team, aiding in the titration, stabilisation and detoxification of those suffering from addiction. This will involve assessing, planning and implementing clinical care whilst managing clients general health needs and responding to clinical and medical emergencies. Managing crises as first line intervention, assessing risk and safeguarding issues, responding and reporting appropriately within a risk management plan. The successful candidate will be required to work some weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Key Tasks and result areas are: To identify the dependence and to formulate a diagnosis management plan in order to treat the disorder. Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations. Providing health promotion, prevention, and treatments to patients Prescribing medications when needed to ensure patient health and well-being (medication transcribing detox medicine only) Support for preceptorship independent prescribing and interface with doctor and/or Medical lead. Aiding effective care planning and risk assessing on site and other services. Engage as part of the MDT and provide nursing leadership within the MDT Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet needs of clients Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Lead by example and support the team to manage their day by ensuing allocations are done by the lead nurse on duty Provide supervision and training to other qualified nurses and student nurses. To provide timely assessment of adults with substances misuse problems and provide care planning and support for their pharmacological and treatment plans. To support colleagues in the management of complex cases through formal and ad hoc clinical supervision To practice as a non-medical prescriber and deputise when needed on clearly defined management and clinical functions as required. To take part in an on-call rota as required Personal and Organisation Responsibilities: Demonstrate a flexible and can-do attitude to bed management Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all dealings. Exhibit excellent organisational and communication skills Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Uphold the organisation's values in diversity, equality, and inclusion. Adhere to data protection regulations and policies. Comply with health and safety regulations at all times. This job description is not comprehensive or exclusive and duties may be varied from time to time, but these will not change the general character or level of responsibility of the job. This job description and job holder performance will be regularly reviewed. Job description Job responsibilities We are currently recruiting for a full time Independent Nurse Prescriber. The successful candidate will be required to work with a wide variety of professionals to support residents to detoxify or stabilise their substance misuse. Employment at Bosence offers numerous benefits. NMC registration paid. Joining bonus of £500 (£250 at the start of employment and £250 after 12 months of employment). No uniform. Free parking. Fixed rotas. Free meals on duty. Regular clinical supervision. External supervision. Paid breaks. Access to a range of therapeutic activities (Pottery, Yoga, Acupuncture and more). Free enhanced DBS. Excellent horticultural opportunities. 24/7 Employee support program. Please note that the joining bonus of £500 for new starters is repayable if employment ends before 12 months of employment. Suitable applicants will be interviewed and possibly appointed ahead of the closing date. Main duties of the job The post holder will support the Clinical Lead in the provision of nursing care and will be part of a team that ensure our residents receive a high level of quality care in a safe environment. The main duty of the role will be in supporting caseload management of the wider team, aiding in the titration, stabilisation and detoxification of those suffering from addiction. This will involve assessing, planning and implementing clinical care whilst managing clients general health needs and responding to clinical and medical emergencies. Managing crises as first line intervention, assessing risk and safeguarding issues, responding and reporting appropriately within a risk management plan. The successful candidate will be required to work some weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Key Tasks and result areas are: To identify the dependence and to formulate a diagnosis management plan in order to treat the disorder. Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations. Providing health promotion, prevention, and treatments to patients Prescribing medications when needed to ensure patient health and well-being (medication transcribing detox medicine only) Support for preceptorship independent prescribing and interface with doctor and/or Medical lead. Aiding effective care planning and risk assessing on site and other services. Engage as part of the MDT and provide nursing leadership within the MDT Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet needs of clients Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Lead by example and support the team to manage their day by ensuing allocations are done by the lead nurse on duty Provide supervision and training to other qualified nurses and student nurses. To provide timely assessment of adults with substances misuse problems and provide care planning and support for their pharmacological and treatment plans. To support colleagues in the management of complex cases through formal and ad hoc clinical supervision To practice as a non-medical prescriber and deputise when needed on clearly defined management and clinical functions as required. To take part in an on-call rota as required Personal and Organisation Responsibilities: Demonstrate a flexible and can-do attitude to bed management Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all dealings. Exhibit excellent organisational and communication skills Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Uphold the organisation's values in diversity, equality, and inclusion. Adhere to data protection regulations and policies. Comply with health and safety regulations at all times. This job description is not comprehensive or exclusive and duties may be varied from time to time, but these will not change the general character or level of responsibility of the job. This job description and job holder performance will be regularly reviewed. Person Specification Experience Essential Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Creative thinking and problem-solving ability. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. High level of initiative and self-motivation. Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities. Honesty and reliability Attention to detail Undiluted commitment to the charity and to working collaboratively and effectively with all colleagues. Desirable Ability to interpret and analyse complex information Experience of working in a substance misuse setting. Circumstances and special requirements Essential Eligible to work in the UK. Not on a SOVA formally POVA list (Safeguarding/Protection Of Vulnerable Adults) Enhanced DBS Check required Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Qualifications Essential Full Registration with the NMC Possess the right to work in the UK Demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders Experience in leading by example and using initiative to reach a common goal Prescribing qualification Desirable Experience in the non-profit or charity sector Masters Degree (Advanced Clinical Practice) Knowledge of the healthcare or addiction recovery sectors. Relevant qualifications or experience in working in teams, leadership, project planning and review Person Specification Experience Essential Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Creative thinking and problem-solving ability. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. High level of initiative and self-motivation. Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities. Honesty and reliability Attention to detail Undiluted commitment to the charity and to working collaboratively and effectively with all colleagues. Desirable Ability to interpret and analyse complex information Experience of working in a substance misuse setting. Circumstances and special requirements Essential Eligible to work in the UK. Not on a SOVA formally POVA list (Safeguarding/Protection Of Vulnerable Adults) Enhanced DBS Check required Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Qualifications Essential Full Registration with the NMC Possess the right to work in the UK Demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders Experience in leading by example and using initiative to reach a common goal Prescribing qualification Desirable Experience in the non-profit or charity sector Masters Degree (Advanced Clinical Practice) Knowledge of the healthcare or addiction recovery sectors. Relevant qualifications or experience in working in teams, leadership, project planning and review Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Bosence Farm Community Ltd Address 69 Bosence Road Townshend Hayle Cornwall TR27 6AN Employer's website https://www.bosencefarm.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)