Lead Substance Misuse Nurse

Posted 17 hours 10 minutes ago by Leaders In Care Ltd

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Northamptonshire, Northampton, United Kingdom, NN1 1
Job Description
An award-winning community drug and alcohol misuse charity is looking for a Lead Substance Misuse Nurse to join their specialist team in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity for an RGN or RMN with a passion for substance misuse treatment to join the UK's leading provider in this field.

The successful Lead Substance Misuse Nurse will be working in a busy detoxification clinic. The role focuses on providing front-line clinical care to service users, including a thorough rehabilitation process.

It is preferable that the Lead Substance Misuse Nurse has experience in the following:
  • Vaccinations including BBV screening, Hepatitis B/C screening
  • ECGs
  • Alcohol and opiate detoxification
  • Health promotion and rehabilitation

The ideal Lead Substance Misuse Nurse will possess the following:
  • RGN or RMN qualified nurse with relevant experience
  • Demonstrable experience or interest in addictions
  • Titration experience is highly desired
  • Current and valid registration with the NMC and a legal right to work in the UK

It is not essential to have prior experience in addictions, but candidates must be able to demonstrate a clear interest in this field of nursing and highlight any relevant or transferable skills and experiences that support drug and alcohol recovery services.

Benefits include:
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Generous salary up to £52,221.35
  • Opportunity to work for a highly regarded charity service
  • Thorough induction
  • Excellent training and development opportunities

If you are a Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with a passion for addictions or looking for a new challenge, click apply or contact Tess at Leaders in Care on for more information.

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