Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available for a specialist nurse within the neurodevelopmental pathway in Northumberland CYPS.
The post holder must be a non-medical prescriber and have specialist knowledge of ADHD medication, symptomology and behavioural strategies.
The post holder will be predominantly based in the Hexham area of Northumberland.
Main duties of the job
Prescribing, reviewing and monitoring of ADHD medication
Clinical supervision of staff
Assessment of ADHD in young people aged 5-18
Development of the neurodevelopmental pathway
Leadership
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will assess and prescribe adhd treatment for children and young people. They be responsible for the titration and monitoring of any side effects and efficacy.
They will also provide clinical leadership to the wider team such as ad hoc and clinical supervision and support.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 7th May 2024
Closing date : 21st May 2024
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will assess and prescribe adhd treatment for children and young people. They be responsible for the titration and monitoring of any side effects and efficacy.
They will also provide clinical leadership to the wider team such as ad hoc and clinical supervision and support.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 7th May 2024
Closing date : 21st May 2024
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse RNMH, RMN, RNLD or equivalent first level qualification e.g. Social Worker, OT, Clinical Psychologist, other.
- Non medical prescribing qualification
- Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of ADHD medication
- Experience working with children with neurodiversity
- Experience delivering clinical supervision
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- o Evidence of Leadership Skills.
- o Expert Clinical Supervision Skills
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse RNMH, RMN, RNLD or equivalent first level qualification e.g. Social Worker, OT, Clinical Psychologist, other.
- Non medical prescribing qualification
- Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of ADHD medication
- Experience working with children with neurodiversity
- Experience delivering clinical supervision
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- o Evidence of Leadership Skills.
- o Expert Clinical Supervision Skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
