Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for part time Non-Medical Prescriber to join our Primary Care / Mental Health team at HMP Kirkham, a category D Prison located in Kirkham, Preston.
We are looking for a Non-Medical Prescriber who has also has experience prescribing in Substance Misuse, you will ideally hold RGCP1 and 2 or willing to work towards.
The prison has it s own Healthcare Department where you will be based and the team consists of a team of 10, working with Primary Care Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and GP's
HMP Kirkham is a capacity of 700 males.

• Onsite parking
• Staff gym access
• Onsite farm shop and cafe
• Training development opportunities

Hours:
The role full time 18.75 hours per there are various shifts covering:

• Monday - Friday - Flexible in days
• 18.75 hours per week
• 9am - 5pm

Salary:
This position is part time, you'll receive an annual salary between 51,643 - 58,012, depending on experience which will be pro rota
How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

• Competency framework

• Regional and national career development opportunities

• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
What you'll be doing
As a Non Medical Prescriber your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Undertakes 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 their 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

What we'll look for in you
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 a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications required:

• Current active registration NMC Adult / Mental Health or HCPC
• Non-medical prescribing qualification
• RGCP1 and RGCP2 rained or willing to work towards.

• Understanding and knowledge of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services including , Clinical Governance, Quality & Outcomes Framework
• Understanding of evidence based practice

• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

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.
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Position
Primary Care Nurses
Advertising Salary
Between 51,643 - 58,012 FTE, which will be pro rota
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Schedule Type
Part Time
Rewards & Benefits
Flexible working
Extensive career development and training opportunities
A wide range of specialisms
Physical and mental health support
Refer a friend scheme
Blue Light Card, Boundless card and Costco membership eligibility
Training & Development
Training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System, including:

• Non Medical Prescribing
• Clinical Supervision

Practice Plus Group Skills Academy
Apprenticeship pathways:

• Enhanced Clinical Practitioner L6 or L7
• Advanced Clinical Practitioner L7 (includes NMP)

In this role, I can really enhance my leadership skills- both clinical and non-clinical- as well as my managerial skills, I can engage with other clinicians to lead by example, and inspire and motivate other clinicians. I'm thriving in this role and am really enjoying it.

Skills Required