Enfermero/a titulada (English speaker)

Sierra Recovery Spain; Málaga; Presencial; EUR 27.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation guidance

Accommodation guidance

Supervision & CPD

Supportive clinical culture

Descripción de la vacante

Sierra Recovery Spain is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary clinical team in Málaga. You will provide high-quality nursing care in a residential setting, supporting detox, mental health stabilisation, and physical health monitoring.

Key duties include comprehensive assessments, medication administration, and collaboration with psychiatrists, GPs, psychologists, and therapists to ensure integrated care.

Formación

• Registered Nurse with current registration (NMC UK or equivalent).
• Experience in detox support and physical health monitoring.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments on admission and monitor clients’ physical and mental health.
• Provide safe and effective detox support with withdrawal management tools.
• Conduct routine physical health monitoring and vital signs observations.
• Administer prescribed medication in line with protocols and maintain MARs and documentation.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, GPs, psychologists, and therapists to ensure integrated, person-centred care.
• Respond promptly to medical or psychiatric concerns and escalate as needed.
• Contribute to risk assessments, care planning, and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Participate in handovers, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote health education and relapse prevention as part of recovery-focused care.
• Adhere to safeguarding, infection control, and health and safety policies.

Conocimientos

Fluent English

Strong communication

Documentation

Calm under pressure

Spanish (asset)

Educación

NMC UK registration

Equivalente registration (Spain)

Herramientas

CIWA-AR

CIWA-B

COWS

Descripción del empleo

About Sierra Recovery:

Sierra Recovery is a private residential treatment centre located in the tranquil hills of Málaga, Spain. We specialise in the treatment of addiction, trauma, and co-occurring mental health challenges, offering a holistic and integrated programme tailored to each individual. Our environment is warm, therapeutic, and clinically robust — fostering recovery, growth, and long-term wellbeing.

Role Summary:

• We are seeking a committed and experienced Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary clinical team. The postholder will provide high-quality nursing care within a residential therapeutic setting, supporting clients through detox, mental health stabilisation, and physical health monitoring. The role requires clinical confidence, emotional resilience, and a strong team ethic.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments on admission and monitor clients’ ongoing physical and mental health.
• Provide safe and effective detox support, including the use of clinical tools for withdrawal management.
• Conduct routinephysical health monitoring, including vital sign, and other relevant observations.
• Administer prescribed medication in accordance with protocols and maintain accurate MARs and clinical documentation.
• Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, GPs, psychologists, and therapists to ensure integrated, person-centred care.
• Respond promptly to medical or psychiatric concerns, escalating appropriately and implementing care interventions.
• Contribute to risk assessments, care planning, and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Participate in handovers, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to support high standards of clinical governance.
• Promote health education, relapse prevention strategies, and recovery-focused support for clients.
• Adhere to safeguarding, infection control, and health and safety policies at all times.
• Uphold confidentiality, professional boundaries, and a therapeutic ethos within the team.

Essential Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with NMC (UK), Colegio de Enfermería de Málaga, or equivalent recognised registration.
• Skilled in the use of CIWA-AR, CIWA-B, and COWS assessment tools.
• Confident in physical health monitoring and responding to clinical deterioration.
• Calm, compassionate, and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and documentation skills.
• Fluent in English; Spanish is an asset but not required.
• Eligible to work in Spain (EU passport or valid residency/work permit).
• Starting in October

Desirable:

• Experience working in a private or international healthcare environment.
• Training or familiarity with trauma-informed care and harm reduction approaches.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and registration : 27300€ plus extra allowances (weekends and bank holidays)
• Relocation support and accommodation guidance available.
• Regular supervision, CPD opportunities, and a supportive clinical culture.
• A unique opportunity to work in a therapeutic, nature-based setting with a purpose-driven team.