Mental Health Practitioner: Nurse Prescriber (Band 7)

Posted 5 hours 45 minutes ago by ProMedical Personnel

Permanent
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Temporary Jobs
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Job Description

Band 7 Medical Nurse Prescriber - Community Drug & Alcohol Team

ProMedical is seeking a Band 7 Medical Nurse Prescriber to join a community-based drug and alcohol team in South London. This temporary role offers £31 per hour.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for patients with substance misuse issues and develop individualised treatment plans.
  • Prescribe and manage opioid substitution therapy (OST), detoxification regimes, and relapse prevention medications in line with best practice.
  • Provide expert advice on harm reduction, withdrawal management, and medication adherence.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, social services, and community support agencies to ensure holistic care.
  • Support patients with co-existing mental health conditions and complex social needs.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to governance and safeguarding policies.
Requirements:
  • Current NMC registration as a Nurse Prescriber.
  • Experience in substance misuse, drug & alcohol services, or addictions nursing.
  • Strong knowledge of controlled drugs, detox protocols, and harm reduction strategies.
  • Excellent communication, risk assessment, and crisis management skills.

If you are interested, please call Ryan on or email .