Job summary
The Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) ADHD service is looking to recruit experienced and qualified ADHD Nurse Practitioners to support in the ongoing growth of the service. The Trust is committed to an ambitious target of significantly reducing the waiting times for diagnosis and treatment of ADHD and these posts form a part of that plan. Working within an established and supportive team as part of a wider service across the Trust these posts are key in delivering a high quality and timely service to the patients in our area.
Main duties of the job
This role involves assessing adults for ADHD, taking into account other possible conditions to make accurate diagnostic decisions. You will use your clinical expertise to determine and initiate treatments for ADHD. You will have autonomy in diagnostic decision making with support from the wider team and will initiate, adjust and maintain treatment including reviews for patients within the pathway. You will monitor physical health indicators, assess for risks, and work with colleagues within and outside the team.
You will be supported by a multidisciplinary team with regular clinical and managerial supervision and will be supported to engage in ongoing professional development.
The team currently operates Monday - Friday 9-5 however will be expanding to 7 day working so can support flexible working hours.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RNM, RNLD, RGN)
- Evidence up to date and applicable CPD.
- Motivated with genuine interest in Neurodiversity.
- Hold V300 (Independent Supplementary Prescribing).
- Independent Prescribing Qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of extensive post registration learning & development.
- Previous experience in clinical leadership and delivering clinical supervision.
- Completed UKAAN training with experience as a diagnostician or willing to work towards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RNM, RNLD, RGN)
- Evidence up to date and applicable CPD.
- Motivated with genuine interest in Neurodiversity.
- Hold V300 (Independent Supplementary Prescribing).
- Independent Prescribing Qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of extensive post registration learning & development.
- Previous experience in clinical leadership and delivering clinical supervision.
- Completed UKAAN training with experience as a diagnostician or willing to work towards.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Trustwide ADHD Services - North Lincs, Doncaster and Rotherham
Tickhill Road Site
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
