Senior Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber
We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Doncaster, a
category B Mens Prison located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. In this role you will have the opportunity to provide the highest standards of healthcare to our patients, without having to compromise on efficiency and quality. Hours The core working hours are Mon Fri (8:00 - 16:00). However, you will be expected to work one late shift (14:00 - 20:30) & every other Sat (12:00 - 18:30). This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary up to £53,172 per annum - depending on experience. 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. Main duties of the job
As a Senior Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber your responsibilities will vary. You will: Develop individualised care packages through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects Support in group work delivery of clinical interventions 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 About us
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 strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Qualifications & Experience
Registered nurse
Mental Health or Adult Nurse RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake Experience of working with opiate dependent patients Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge Although not essential, ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community, or prison environment. Job responsibilities
As a Senior Nurse, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning. You will deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model. You must be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users. You will monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information. You will support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions. You will occasionally be required to support dispensing. You must have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person-centred approach. You will also encourage patient involvement in regime and therapeutic activities and create a physical and psychological environment conducive to high-quality care. You will assess individuals' health needs using an evidence-based framework and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to the service users' needs in accordance with evidence-based practice, national and PPG protocols. You will contribute to our nursing strategy and vision to: Provide
outstanding evidence-based care to our patients, seeking out, listening to, and acting on their feedback, so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them. Deliver
non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries. You will play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients' care following our policies and procedures and always considering safeguarding. Inspire
excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset. You will forge strong links with our partners and stakeholders, providing a service that people can trust, feel safe within, and feel proud of. Promote
best practice, clinical supervision, evidence-based care, and continuous quality improvement, embedding a culture of shared learning. Share
knowledge, skills, and expertise to ensure safe care, building strong multi-disciplinary teams and supporting each other to do a great job. 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. Depending on experience, up to £53,172 per annum.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Doncaster, a
category B Mens Prison located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. In this role you will have the opportunity to provide the highest standards of healthcare to our patients, without having to compromise on efficiency and quality. Hours The core working hours are Mon Fri (8:00 - 16:00). However, you will be expected to work one late shift (14:00 - 20:30) & every other Sat (12:00 - 18:30). This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary up to £53,172 per annum - depending on experience. 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. Main duties of the job
As a Senior Substance Misuse Non-Medical Prescriber your responsibilities will vary. You will: Develop individualised care packages through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects Support in group work delivery of clinical interventions 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 About us
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 strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Qualifications & Experience
Registered nurse
Mental Health or Adult Nurse RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake Experience of working with opiate dependent patients Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge Although not essential, ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community, or prison environment. Job responsibilities
As a Senior Nurse, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning. You will deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model. You must be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users. You will monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information. You will support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions. You will occasionally be required to support dispensing. You must have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person-centred approach. You will also encourage patient involvement in regime and therapeutic activities and create a physical and psychological environment conducive to high-quality care. You will assess individuals' health needs using an evidence-based framework and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to the service users' needs in accordance with evidence-based practice, national and PPG protocols. You will contribute to our nursing strategy and vision to: Provide
outstanding evidence-based care to our patients, seeking out, listening to, and acting on their feedback, so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them. Deliver
non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries. You will play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients' care following our policies and procedures and always considering safeguarding. Inspire
excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset. You will forge strong links with our partners and stakeholders, providing a service that people can trust, feel safe within, and feel proud of. Promote
best practice, clinical supervision, evidence-based care, and continuous quality improvement, embedding a culture of shared learning. Share
knowledge, skills, and expertise to ensure safe care, building strong multi-disciplinary teams and supporting each other to do a great job. 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. Depending on experience, up to £53,172 per annum.
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