Join Our Team at Turning Point!
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing substance use challenges? At Turning Point, we are dedicated to supporting people across the country, and we want you to be a part of our mission as a Non-Medical Prescriber or Pharmacist Prescriber in our Leicestershire and Rutland services.
In this role, you’ll not only enhance the lives of those struggling with drug and alcohol issues, but you’ll also have the opportunity to grow your own career in nursing or pharmacy with the support and training you need.
Our integrated community drug and alcohol service is bustling with activity, and you’ll work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, including Team Leaders, Advanced Recovery Practitioners, Recovery Workers, and Peer Mentors, all committed to improving the wellbeing of our clients.
Why Choose Turning Point? We operate as a social enterprise, reinvesting every penny back into our care and our people. If you’re ambitious and ready for a fresh challenge, this is your chance to progress with a sector leader!
Main Responsibilities
As a Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber, your role will include:
* Providing opiate substitute treatment, alcohol and opiate detoxifications, and relapse prevention medications.
* Offering a range of clinical interventions, including basic wound care, ECGs, venous blood sampling, Fibroscans, Hepatitis B vaccinations, IM Thiamine and Depot Buprenorphine injections, COPD, and Blood Borne Virus screening.
* Collaborating with external agencies to ensure our clients receive timely and appropriate support.
* Creating a collaborative approach that strengthens our connections with outside professionals and agencies.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an enthusiastic Independent Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacy Prescriber who:
* Is an excellent communicator with the ability to develop safe and responsive prescribing plans tailored to individual needs.
* Has a genuine interest in helping people and possesses a deep level of empathy, understanding, and patience.
* Holds a valid driving license and has access to a car for travel across various clinics in Leicestershire and Rutland.
About Us
At Turning Point, we operate on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting every penny back into our services and our people. We believe in the power of change and are committed to improving the lives of those we support.
What Benefits Will You Receive?
We understand that rewards come in many forms. Whether it’s financial benefits, a culture of recognition, or opportunities for career advancement, we are here to support you with our comprehensive total reward package, which includes:
* 25 days of paid holiday per year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus, the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
* Explore all the exciting perks available to our employees and discover how we can support you!
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
Hiring Organisation: Turning Point
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