ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber

United Kingdom (Remote)

(Nurse Application) 

**If you are a Pharmacist, please apply via the appropriate advertisement**

At Psychiatry-UK, we are dedicated to revolutionising mental health care delivery across the UK. We are seeking passionate professionals on a self-employed flexible basis to contribute to our dynamic team and help us make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives.

Join us in our mission to transform mental health care across the UK by becoming a ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber with Psychiatry-UK.

To become the UK’s #1 digital psychiatry service that supports the whole family throughout their lifecycle.

The ADHD Specialist Independent Prescribers manage and treat Adult ADHD patients with medication initiation, titration, stabilisation, and transfer to shared care.

We engage with patients through our secure digital messaging system, with occasional telephone or video consultations as needed.

As a self-employed prescriber, your role would be to prescribe medication, monitor patient response, adjust treatment as needed, and conduct end-of-titration review.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent and supplementary prescribing interventions, supporting Psychiatry UK Patients with medication initiation, review, and treatment decisions.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness, identify side effects, and make informed prescribing changes in line with NICE guidelines (NG87) and Psychiatry UK standards.
• Use validated screening and monitoring tools to ensure excellent patient care, working towards treatment optimisation.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records, working collaboratively with patients and Consultant Psychiatrists.
• Ensure informed choice and ethical shared decision-making in partnership with patients.
• Participate in out-of-office support to maintain the Titration Team's functions.
• Undertake risk assessments and review safeguarding needs during ongoing patient care.
• Management of patient caseload 
• Adhere to Psychiatry UK response time SLAs (within 3 working days)
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• First-level registered Mental Health nurse (RMN) or

• First-level registered nurse (Adult Nurse/Children’s Nurse/Learning Disabilities Nurse) (with one year post qualification Secondary Mental Health service experience or further training - desirable).

• Must have Independent & Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) qualification with 1-year post-prescribing qualification experience.

• 1-year post prescribing qualification experience in Specialist ADHD Service. (Specialist ADHD experience can include working within private and/or NHS Secondary mental health practice) or equivalent.

(Secondary mental health services are defined by there is a need for a GP referral to the service.  Secondary mental health experience includes inpatient care, community mental health teams, psychological wellbeing services, crisis resolution and home treatment teams, assertive outreach teams and early intervention teams)

• Advanced IT skills

• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams

Additional Requirements:

• DBS enhanced clearance.

• Ability to work autonomously, manage your own caseload, and adapt to the evolving needs of the service.

**If you are a Pharmacist, please apply via the appropriate advertisement**

What we offer: 

• Diverse Referral Sources: Access a wide range of patient referrals, enabling you to work with a diverse population.
• Streamlined Payment System: Benefit from a simple and efficient payment process for your contract work.
• Quality Assurance: Improved patient satisfaction and ensure high-quality practice.
• Safeguarding Support: Access dedicated safeguarding support to address any concerns related to patient well-being.
• Secure Online Workspace: Utilise our secure online platforms, with pre-configured equipment provided to ensure a smooth and secure working environment.
• Support Team: Receive ongoing support from our dedicated team.

Benefits:

• Flexible Working: Manage your schedule independently around your other commitments
• Fully Remote Service: Work from home or any preferred location.
• Competitive Rates
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilise advanced telepsychiatry platforms and AI-generated tools.

If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health care and meet our qualifications, we invite you to apply and be part of our innovative, online psychiatry service.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Psychiatry UK is an equal opportunity organisation. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to provide a fair and unbiased recruitment process.