CAMHS Clinical Nurse ADHD Specialist

CAMHS Clinical Nurse ADHD Specialist Overview

This role is for a motivated CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist who is a Non-medical Prescriber, aimed at supporting the ADHD pathway within our community CAMHS service. The position requires both independent and collaborative work in a clinical setting, with a strong emphasis on delivering ADHD care, including assessments, medication management, and physical health evaluations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized ADHD assessment, treatment, prescribing, and care coordination for children and young people within Lambeth CAMHS.
• Conduct comprehensive mental and physical health assessments, manage risks and safeguarding concerns, and develop personalized care plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions while maintaining high standards of clinical documentation and communication.
• Support nursing leadership across Lambeth CAMHS and work with the Lead Nurse to uphold care standards.
• Deputize for the Highly Specialist ADHD Nurse Prescriber as needed.
• Participate in clinical, prescribing, management, and professional supervision.
• Assist in the development of nursing staff, supervise student nurses, and provide training and consultation to staff and partner agencies.
• Contribute to service improvement, clinical governance, recruitment, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in service evaluation, audit, research, and implement evidence-based practices.
• Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge and ensure compliance with professional standards and Trust policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• First level nursing qualification (registration RMN or RSCN or HV) with related CAMHS experience and a Master’s level qualification or equivalent.
• Professional registration with a statutory body such as the Nursing Midwifery Council or General Social Care Council.
• Ability to work as a Non-medical prescriber with appropriate NMC registration.
• Experience in specialist mental health assessment and treatment for children and young people with mental health difficulties.
• Experience managing complex and high-risk cases and working with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Experience in supervising staff and providing clinical leadership.
• Knowledge of CAMHS research methodology and psychological assessment of emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Specialist knowledge of childhood disorders, including ADHD, and legislation related to mental health issues.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Salary range of £58,133 to £65,261 per annum, inclusive of High Cost Area Supplement.
• Permanent contract with full-time working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

Visa Sponsorship Promising