Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse (Ref: 0067ZA)

Integrated Care System; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Rotherham is seeking an Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse to provide health interventions and nursing care to clients dealing with substance misuse. The role includes comprehensive assessment, collaborative care, and promoting wellbeing in diverse settings. Candidates must be Registered Nurses with NMC registration and experience in substance misuse. This fixed-term contract offers competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Two days paid volunteer leave annually

Auto-enrollment into pension scheme

Access to a Blue Light Card for savings

Flexible working options

Refer a Friend scheme with £500 bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in substance misuse settings.
• Knowledge of drug and alcohol issues.
• Experience delivering nursing interventions in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and wellbeing interventions to clients.
• Conduct health screenings including phlebotomy and BBV screening.
• Administer vaccinations and medication.

Skills

Comprehensive needs assessment

Risk assessment

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Ability to work with diverse groups

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

As our Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse based in Rotherham, you will provide a range of Health and Wellbeing, and harm reduction interventions to our clients in accordance with the agreed model of service delivery. You will deliver high standards of nursing care to substance misusers and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care.

Main duties of the job

You will be an advocate for our clients, working closely with them to identify the physical, psychological, spiritual, and social support they need. The postholder will work flexibly, providing a high standard of nursing care in various settings, promoting the health and wellbeing of clients while maintaining a safe, caring, and therapeutic environment. As an Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse, you will participate as an active member of the nursing and multidisciplinary teams, accountable for your practice, and work in partnership with other healthcare professionals, psycho-social case managers, patients, and others in the delivery of care. The role will also include hospital liaison duties, administering vaccinations and medication, and conducting health screenings such as phlebotomy, BBV screening, monitoring vital signs, withdrawal scales, and treatment compliance for clients undergoing detoxification.

About us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgment, to over 100,000 people annually experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol, and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects our identity - a positive place where people can progress, connect, and receive friendly, expert help tailored to their needs. Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people access the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol, and mental health, we'd love to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference? We are recruiting a Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. Your passion and dedication will help us transform the lives of those we support. You will be part of a team that values your input and ideas. Your clinical skills, experience, and knowledge will empower clients to overcome personal challenges. We believe education is a powerful tool; we continuously learn from our clients about how best to support them and reflect on service improvements. This role offers the chance to be involved in a patient's journey from start to finish, reminding you why you chose nursing as a career.

About the Role

Advert Close Date: 13th August 2025

A full job description and person specification are available upon request. Please contact us for details.

This role is a Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026, with working hours Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. Early application is advised as the role may close sooner if sufficient applications are received. We do not sponsor visas; candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday or a special occasion
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Two days paid volunteer leave annually
• Auto-enrollment into our pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card for savings
• Flexible working options and wellbeing resources
• Refer a Friend scheme offering a £500 bonus for successful referrals

DE&I Commitment

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and supports all staff, including those with lived experience, disabilities, from racialized communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans. We offer guaranteed interviews for veterans and candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available for applicants with disabilities or medical conditions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

Experience

• Experience in comprehensive needs assessment and risk assessment
• Experience working in substance misuse settings
• Experience delivering nursing interventions in community settings
• Knowledge of drug and alcohol issues
• Experience with harm reduction and recovery planning in substance misuse
• Knowledge of safe drug storage, handling, and administration, especially controlled drugs
• Understanding of the NMC code of conduct
• Experience with risk assessment and management
• Understanding agency roles in drug and alcohol response
• Ability to work constructively with diverse groups and individuals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, to ensure suitability for working with vulnerable groups.