Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber - Nurse/Pharmacist

Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) - Full-Time Locum Position - LeedsRate: £55 per hour

Seven Resourcing is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) for a full-time locum position based in Leeds. This role presents a fantastic opportunity to contribute your expertise within a supportive and dynamic healthcare environment, offering a highly competitive rate of £55 per hour.

• Comprehensive Patient Assessments: Conduct thorough initial and ongoing assessments of patients within a substance misuse setting, using evidence-based practices to evaluate individual needs and treatment requirements.
• Medication Prescription & Clinical Management: Prescribe appropriate medications in accordance with national guidelines, ensuring optimal clinical outcomes while providing expert advice on medication management and patient care.
• Collaborative Care: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams, including addiction specialists, healthcare providers, and support staff, to ensure integrated care for patients, promoting recovery and well-being.
• Accurate Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring all prescribing activities and patient interactions are documented in line with clinical and legal standards.
• Review & Monitor Prescribing Practices: Regularly review and monitor prescribing practices to ensure they comply with the latest national guidelines, regulations, and best practices, adjusting care plans where necessary.
• Patient & Family Education: Provide education to patients and their families regarding prescribed medications, potential side effects, and the importance of medication adherence in the recovery process.

• Professional Registration: Must hold valid registration with the NMC as an RGN or RMN, or the GPhC as a Pharmacist, along with a Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) qualification.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year’s post-qualification experience as an NMP within a Substance Misuse setting is essential, demonstrating a sound understanding of the complexities involved in addiction and medication management.
• Clearances: Up-to-date DBS check and references covering the last 5 years.
• Strong Clinical Judgment: Ability to make evidence-based decisions in a complex and often challenging clinical environment, ensuring the highest standard of care for patients.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with both patients and healthcare professionals, building strong working relationships to support patient recovery.

Established in 2011, Seven Resourcing is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of temporary health and social care professionals. We are rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot from over 2,500 reviews and have accumulated 20 major awards, demonstrating our commitment to excellence in recruitment. Our experienced team is dedicated to finding you the best possible rates and ensuring you have a fulfilling role that aligns with your expertise and professional goals.

Join us at Seven Resourcing and take the next step in your career, knowing that we are here to support you every step of the way.