Non Medical Nurse prescriber
About the Role
To assess clients level of opiate dependence and level of opiate withdrawal, to manage their initiation onto methadone
or buprenorphine, in conjunction with the medical team. To carry out physical monitoring of clients undergoing methadone
and buprenorphine titration, maintenance programmes, reduction and detoxification programmes. To initiate clients onto
opiate substitute medication, via observed administration in our onsite care clinic. To undertake comprehensive
assessments, physical and mental health needs, social and support issues and to present this information together with a
proposed treatment plan to the multidisciplinary team. This will include clients who require prescribed medication i.e.
Responsibilities
- Perform core duties as described.
Requirements
- Relevant experience or willingness to learn.
Benefits
- Benefits per job description.
Compensation
To be discussed.
Location & Schedule
Per job description.
How to Apply
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