Addictions CNS: Harm Reduction & Recovery Clinician

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Addictions) to provide patient-centred nursing care for individuals with drug and alcohol dependency. The role involves clinical assessments, OST support, harm reduction, and coordinated care within a multidisciplinary team to improve health and recovery outcomes.

The post emphasizes safeguarding, governance and adherence to NMC standards, with a focus on compassionate care and treatment in a well-established NHS

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment and Care Planning: Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments, identify health needs, assess risks and develop individualised care plans.
• Treatment and Medication Management: Support opioid substitution treatment (OST), monitor clients' progress and ensure safe medication management in line with clinical protocols.
• Harm Reduction and Health Promotion: Deliver harm reduction interventions, including naloxone training, overdose prevention, BBV screening and safer drug and alcohol advice.
• Care Coordination: Work closely with doctors, GPs, recovery practitioners and partner agencies to ensure coordinated care and appropriate referrals.
• Clinical Documentation and Governance: Maintain accurate clinical records, participate in clinical reviews and audits, follow safeguarding procedures and work in accordance with NMC standards.
• Health Monitoring and Interventions: Monitor clients' physical and mental health, identify clinical concerns and elevate appropriately.
• Safeguarding and Risk Management: Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, clinical deterioration and risks to clients or others.

Job description

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Addictions) to provide patient-centred nursing care for individuals with drug and alcohol dependency. The role involves clinical assessments, OST support, harm reduction, and coordinated care within a multidisciplinary team to improve health and recovery outcomes.

The post emphasizes safeguarding, governance and adherence to NMC standards, with a focus on compassionate care and treatment in a well-established NHS