Advanced Clinical Practitioner Reference PRI97151 Location Life Works Community Ltd, The Grange, High Street, Old Woking, Surrey GU22 8LB Priory Group Division Healthcare Salary £60,000 FTE depending on experience Hours 37.5 Vacancy Type Permanent - Full Time Job Advert - Division Information About Us: Life Works, located in Woking, Surrey, is a highly respected private rehabilitation centre with a unique therapeutic environment, leading the way in addiction and eating disorder treatment.
We treat up to 18 low risk private patients for addictions and eating disorders in a Georgian house surrounded by beautiful gardens.
We are easily accessible from the A3 and M25 and a 30 min walk from Woking Train station.
Being part of the Priory group, all staff benefit from the range of benefits and training that the Priory has to offer; including excellent CPD opportunities.
In addition, we also have "The Cottage" a unique private environment for Clients to use for their treatment.
About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our Senior Management Team at Life Works and would directly line manage the full time supernumerary Deputy Ward Manager.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering high standards of care, supporting patients through their recovery journey, and contributing to our holistic approach to healthcare.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated ACP looking to make a difference in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities: Undertake initial assessments for service users admitted to the hospital to determine the appropriate level of care to be provided, under the direction and supervision of the Consultant Psychiatrist, and work with the ward multi-disciplinary team to ensure delivery of the treatment and care pathway.Prepare discharge summaries, other reports and other associated documentation as necessary.Leadership of and participation in learning activities and clinical supervision.Participation in Clinical Governance activities, and account for contracted hours utilised in research, clinical audit, Continuing Professional Development and other non-clinical duties as necessary and in a timely manner.Work effectively with colleagues to ensure that service users have access to appropriate clinical cover at all times, which will require participation in an on-call rota for the site.The post holder will be expected to support the service in delivering physical health care and potentially emergency treatment to service usersUndertake prescribing duties within the parameters of registration and competency.Share responsibility for providing phlebotomy services with other members of the clinical team as requiredUndertake the risk assessment and adjustment of service user observation levels in conjunction with colleagues from the wider MDT.Ensure the continual provision of least restrictive care at all times.Arrange appropriate clinical tests and investigations and take responsibility for obtaining results and acting on them in a timely manner.Ensure physical observations by ward staff are carried out in accordance with instructions.
Review physical observation findings and act upon them in a clinically appropriate manner.Ensure caseload has access to all physical healthcare screening and investigationsAct as a point of liaison with Visiting Consultants and external agencies such as GP's, Care Co-ordinators, Case Managers To do this you'll need to be the following: Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD/RGN) with valid NMC registration.Registered Non-Medical PrescriberDesirable to have completed an Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner Training Course or a Clinical Skills development course (which should include initial examination, ECG and venepuncture)Proven experience as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, ideally within a mental health, addiction, or related setting.Independent prescribing qualification.Excellent clinical skills with the ability to manage complex cases.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach.Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
In return for your hard work, we are offering you: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Opportunities for professional development and career progression.Supportive and collaborative working environment.Access to Priory's extensive range of training programs and resources.Employee assistance program and wellbeing support.
If you are an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role Priory Life Works is an equal-opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Closing Date 31/12/2024