Job summaryWe are actively seeking a dynamic clinically experienced Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) who is enthusiastic about prescribing effectiveness and quality. If you are highly motivated and forward thinking and would like to develop and support the advancement of prescriber practice education, while ensuring governance assurance of prescribers and prescribing across the Trust, then this role would be an ideal opportunity.The post holder will play a crucial part, as part of the trust Medicines Management Service, leading the DHC Prescribing Academy, a renowned local foundation model for prescribers, built on nationally accredited prescribing frameworks and the principles of patient safety. The Academy, which is currently undergoing digital transformation with the aim of improving oversight of registration processes and co ordinating prescribing rights, uses its members as a resource to underpin prescribing assurance through individual portfolio development, Trust-wide prescribing competency and skill through education.Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.Main duties of the jobThe NMP Lead role has recently been acknowledged and recognised for the promotion of multi-disciplinary advanced practice, prescribing competence, quality, and safety. This role is pivotal to community based integrated service design and delivery, through links with the advanced practice development forums and via enhanced networking. The role will continue to lead a programme of specifically designed CPD, conferences and learning events. In addition, the NMP Lead role is engaged and actively encouraged to share and provide expert prescribing knowledge and to contribute within a variety of Medicines Management related operational and clinical services and groups within the Trust, as well as across Dorset incorporating the regional and national prescribing agenda.Independent prescribing is one of the few national professionally annotated qualifications, and as such, the postholder will be able to continue to develop expertise build on education and learning services, to identify opportunities for NMPs, facilitate the selection of appropriate candidates for trust sponsored NMP course places and participate in the prescribing and learning agenda linking with local academic course providers and Universities. The NMP Lead role will also be expected to be an active supporter and facilitator of future trainee prescribers along with the expansion of Designated Prescribing Practitioners, assessors, clinical supervisors, within the wider medicines learning environment.About usAt Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netPerson SpecificationKnowledge, Skills and TrainingEssentialRegistered healthcare practitionerRelevant full Masters degreeRegistered non-medical prescriberEvidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio demonstrating leadership, education and service development achievements including links to national work and standardsClear and demonstrable evidence of advanced, autonomous practice in the management of patients / service usersTeaching and Assessing in Clinical PracticeJob specific experienceEssentialEvidence of relevant leadership in meeting clinical governance objectivesEvidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team and able to demonstrate changes of practice through theseAble to demonstrate wide knowledge of health policy and its application in practice and evidence of developing involvement in influencing local and national standards and Medicines PolicyEvidence of education and training in practiceEvidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and auditEvidence of involvement in policy and practice changeEvidence of publication in healthcare arenaEvidence of research involvementManagerial/supervisory experienceEssentialAble to undertake clinical supervision and systematic peer caseload review of colleagues on an individual or group basisPrevious experience of day-to-day first line management of staffDesirablePrevious experience of the full range of line management responsibilities, including attendance management, discipline and grievance, management of recruitment & selection, personal and career development. Able to demonstrate evidence of active PrescribingPersonal qualities/attributesEssentialEffective communicator able to communicate highly and complex and sensitive information where there may be barriers to understandingAble to work independentlyInquisitive and eager to learn, asks questions and responds positively to change in practice / procedure. Seeks ways to improve self and othersAbility to adapt to a changing environment and changing prioritiesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation TrustAddressSentinel HousePooleBH17 0RBEmployer's websitehttps://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)