We are a multi professional group of experienced non-medical prescribers teaching student NMPs to prescribe competently and safely in their specialist roles.
Joined March 2022
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Today @jayde119 had the pleasure of talking at the paediatric NMP conference arranged by @boltonnhsft .
It was great to share our plans to support Designated Prescribing Practitioners and programme development . Both which will improve the learners experience 😊
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
22 Apr 2024
A great opportunity for community pharmacists and wider PC in GM. It’s a great development opportunity for pharmacists and team members leading local change .. network, learn and grow 🎉
Could you be a peer ambassador for a new Primary Care Transformation Academy?
NHSE is looking to recruit a number of clinicians from all primary care disciplines to support the continued adoption of Modern General Practice.
Learn more & apply by 26 April: bit.ly/3UkpGJY
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Following a consultation, the Government has put in place amendments to the Human Medicines Regulations 2012 in regards to the dispensing of valproate-containing medicines. Find out about how this could affect you in the latest edition of Regulate >>> tinyurl.com/42r4ke7a
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Something to think about when we ask you to think is your drug cost effective?
Not just the price of that drug, but the cost to your patient to prescribe or not prescribe but also the cost to the environment #ecofriendly #greenerNHS
22 Mar 2023
Looking forward to handing out these Inhaler Techniqe Toolkits to my Primary Care colleagues tomorrow! Green prescribing is definitely still on the agenda! 👍🫁#breathegreenLLR
#respIsBest
Massive thank you to @murph_ac for setting up this fantastic initiative 👏
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
21 Mar 2023
A new course on prescribing intravenous fluids in adults is now available for healthcare professionals to access for free in the SCRIPT programme: orlo.uk/UxYbd @safeprescriber
ALT programme banner reads 'encouraging safe and effective prescribing and medicines management
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
27 Mar 2023
Remember that all BNF content is available in the BNF app. That includes BNF guidance on topics such as prescribing in renal and hepatic impairment, and prescribing for the elderly.
Find out more: ow.ly/lsRk50NbQBB
@bmj_company @RCPCHtweets @NICEComms
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
28 Mar 2023
31-36% of children and 43-56% of adults diagnosed with common bacterial infections are inappropriately prescribed #antibiotics. pew.org/3nkWaGh?utm_campaign…
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
23 Mar 2023
Are you a NMP who prescribes medications during pregnancy? Check out this new article from @PrescribingPrac for insights and recommendations on safe and effective prescribing practices for pregnant patients prescribingpractice.com/cont…
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
29 Mar 2023
Errors involving #insulin can cause serious harm to patients
Accurate #prescribing is essential to maintain #PatientSafety
This is the 2nd in a series of blogs on the safe use of insulin for adults in hospital
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#NHSGGCstaff #MedicationSafety
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
30 Mar 2023
This study employed a Delphi panel of experts to produce a core set of skills for prescribing pharmacist, aiming to promote standardisation of training and assessment for pharmacist prescribers. sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
30 Mar 2023
Interesting consensus study ..
Core clinical skills required by prescribing pharmacists
▪️Respiratory rate
▪️Pulse
▪️Blood pressure
▪️Oxygen saturation
▪️Peak expiratory flow rate
▪️Anxiety/Depression score
▪️NEWS
▪️Urinalysis
▪️Respiratory Exam
30 Mar 2023
This study employed a Delphi panel of experts to produce a core set of skills for prescribing pharmacist, aiming to promote standardisation of training and assessment for pharmacist prescribers. sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
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We've published new guidance to support the revised entry requirements for Pharmacist Independent Prescriber training. Read all about it here >> bit.ly/3Tkm5Z6
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Merry Christmas from the NMP team, we hope you have a lovely time with your friends and family. Have a little break from studying and come back in the new year with a clear and rested mind. See you all on 3rd January
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
17 Dec 2022
Must-read of the week: Fantastic work reducing anticholinergic prescribing by @ACBscore and colleagues!
@JohnboyVaughan @ELHT_NHS @ELHTPharmacy
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
19 Dec 2022
Exclusive: Experts have raised concerns over "unorthodox" prescribing of HRT that may put women at a greater risk of bleeding and cancer
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
21 Dec 2022
Becoming a pharmacist independent prescriber: eight tips for success
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
15 Dec 2022
BREAKING
Pharmacists given emergency powers to supply alternatives for three phenoxymethylpenicillin oral solutions without a change to the prescription
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Non Medical Prescribing Team @BoltonUni retweeted
12 Dec 2022
This week's #PharmacoQuiz difficulty ⭐️⭐️
Which antibiotic is safe to use for a patient with myasthenia gravis?
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Ciprofloxacin
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Amoxicillin
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Doxycycline
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Gentamicin
20 votes • Final results
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Something to consider when making prescribing decisions, who's recommendations do you follow when your antibiotic policy states to prescribe a particular drug but there is a national shortage!
7 Dec 2022
BREAKING
Government guidance recommends children are given oral solid dose antibiotics amid supply problems
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