NMP Nurse or Pharmacist Prescriber - Wakefield
Turning Point is a leading Social Enterprise which supports people with a wide range of complex needs across Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Substance Misuse and Public Health. We are currently recruiting for a Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber to work in our Wakefield Inspiring Recovery Network, where youll have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support who are experiencing difficulties from drugs and alcohol usage.
Passionate about people, youll enjoy the opportunity and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress in your nursing career within a social enterprise. So if youre ambitious and ready for a fresh challenge with a sector leader then this could be the opportunity for you.
Running health and social care services as a social enterprise, we invest every penny back into our care and our people. So, if youre ambitious and ready for a fresh challenge, progress your career with a sector leader.
Main duties of the job
As a Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber, you will be involved with opiate substitute treatment, alcohol and opiate detoxifications and relapse prevention medications. As part of the wider Wellbeing Team you will also provide support to the nursing team providing Blood Borne Virus screening and vaccinations and will work closely with mental health, physical health and social care services. You'll also help to create a collaborative approach that links Turning Point ever closer to outside professionals and agencies.
You will have a real opportunity to help shape service delivery and contribute to delivering clinically excellent services.
About us
As a leading healthand social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we takereal pride in the services we offer.
Across the variedregions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is heldtogether by a shared vision and our people are connected by the same values.These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracingpositive change and always treating each other as individuals.
We run all of ourservices on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back intoour services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, andwe work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
Our people bringour vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed tosupport others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don'tjust offer you a job we offer you a career.
We reserve theright to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancybefore the advertised closed date.
Job responsibilities
(Please see attached Role Profile and Job Description)
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
* NMC or GPhC Registration Renewal fee paid for
* Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
* 31 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
* An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
* Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
* Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
* Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
* A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
* Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
* Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
* A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Person Specification
Experience
* Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council or a qualified Pharmacist and already a qualified independent prescriber, you will need to be confident managing all aspects of prescribing for opiates and managing alcohol detoxifications.
* We are seeking a Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber that will join a new team, you will need to be an excellent communicator, youll have the ability to develop support packages that are creative, flexible and tailored to the needs of each individual.
* And of course, were looking for a Non-Medical Prescriber Nurse (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber who loves talking to people with different needs, is genuinely interested in helping them, and possesses a deep level of empathy, understanding and patience.
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.
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