About this role
Job summary
Are you an RMN or RNLD seeking a new challenge?
Do you have experience working in CAMHS?
We are seeking a full time Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) to join Oxford Health. The role of the NMP is to provide expert specialist practice and ensure the delivery of effective evidence based clinical practice. You will lead the care of a complex case load of young people and provide an independent prescribing service for young people in line with Trust policy and supported through a Governance framework.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join the NDC (Neurodevelopmental Conditions) Service, where we have a reputation for being creative, innovative, forward thinking, dynamic and research-led.
The Oxford NDC CAMHS Service covers a diverse catchment area, that is both rural and urban. Our main office sits on the Slade site in Oxford, which is conveniently situated close to the A34 and M40. Oxfordshire is a wonderful place to live, whether you are looking for outdoor adventures or taking advantage of all the history that Oxford City has to offer. Oxfordshire is perfectly situated 1 hour from Birmingham, 1 hour from London and only 1 hour from the coast.
The wellbeing of our Administrative and Clinical staff is top of our agenda; we have an active Wellbeing Team and regular opportunities for staff support. We have a strong ethos of collaboration, shared reflection and team working.
Main duties of the job
Some of the key duties will be to:
Work with a dynamic and inspirational non medical prescribing team. Hold responsibility for a caseload of Children and young people, offering independent prescribing and medication monitoring . Supporting the development of the ADHD treatment offer in the team Attending supervision with the NMP team and medic team Provide expert specialist practice and ensure the delivery of treatment is evidence based.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Excellent opportunities for career progression Individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount Pension scheme Lease car scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups
Job description Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
RMN/RNMH or RNLD. (RSCN with post registration psychosocial training or relevant experience in CAMHS Independent Non- Medical Prescribing qualification (v300). Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Experience Essential
Experience of and ability to undertake supervision and appraisal in the workplace. working in a Mental Health or learning disability service. Interest in children and young people, and in neurodevelopmental conditions
Skills Essential
Experience of assessment and management of self-harm/risk/crisis management/safeguarding
Desirable
Therapeutic qualifications, e.g IAPT, CBT, DBT.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address Slade Site, Horspath Driftway,
Oxford
OX3 7JH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
