Nurse Practitioner (Prescriber) - HMP Chelmsford

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: £43,000-£50,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the role

Are you a skilled Nurse Prescriber looking for a fulfilling role where you can provide high-quality healthcare in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? This is your opportunity a dedicated healthcare team in a secure prison service, where your expertise will directly impact the well-being of individuals with complex health needs.

This is not your average nursing role. Working in a secure prison environment, you will experience diverse patient cases ranging from primary care to acute conditions. You will work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality clinical care, assessing patients, prescribing treatment, and referring when necessary.
Diagnose and manage a range of conditions, from minor injuries to long-term illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, COPD, and cardiovascular disease.
Prescribe and monitor medications, including for mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.
Assess and support patients experiencing substance misuse, including harm reduction strategies and referrals for medication-assisted treatment.
Conduct testicular lump assessments and refer patients for further investigation when necessary.
Assess and manage dermatological conditions, recognising signs that require specialist referral.
Carry out first reception screenings for new prisoners and assess their fitness for detention, release, or transfer.
Support and mentor junior staff, ensuring high standards of care within the team.
Respond to medical emergencies within the prison and provide necessary treatment.
Work within the secure environment, maintaining professional boundaries and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you must have:

Current NMC registration as a Nurse Practitioner with a V300 Independent Prescribing qualification.
Experience working in primary care, urgent care, or prison healthcare settings.
Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work independently within your scope of practice.
Knowledge and experience in prescribing and managing chronic and acute health conditions.
An understanding of mental health medications and the ability to support patients with anxiety and depression.
Experience managing substance misuse cases, including providing harm reduction strategies and referrals.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
The resilience to work in a challenging and secure environment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £43,000-£50,000 per annum.
Group sick pay policy.
Life assurance for financial security.
Access to earned wages to help cover unexpected expenses.
Well being support, including mental health resources, post-trauma support, and legal and financial guidance.
Career development opportunities through our Outstanding-rated learning and development team.

We encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career