Lead Nurse in Substance Misuse - Croydon - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare agency is seeking an experienced Lead Nurse in Substance Misuse to oversee clinical services in Croydon. This full-time position requires strong leadership and a commitment to enhancing the quality of care. The candidate will collaborate with doctors and manage treatment programmes, ensuring compliance with guidelines. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary of £48,183

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Supportive workplace culture

Excellent public transport links

Qualifications

• Experience as a Lead Nurse in a similar field.
• Ability to lead and manage clinical services.
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance and national guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality clinical services as part of the senior leadership team.
• Implement immunisation programmes against blood-borne viruses.
• Foster a culture of shared good practice among the nursing team.

Skills

Leadership in nursing

Clinical governance compliance

Integrated healthcare pathways

Team collaboration

Professional development

Job description

Overview

Position: Lead Nurse in Substance Misuse – Full-Time, Location: Croydon

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Nurse in Substance Misuse to join our dynamic team in Croydon. This exciting full-time opportunity offers a chance to lead high-quality nursing services in a supportive and vibrant environment. You will work closely with the service manager and lead doctor to ensure the delivery and ongoing development of exceptional clinical services. Croydon is well-connected with excellent transport links and boasts a strong community spirit, making it an ideal location to live and work.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-time position
• Competitive annual salary of £48,183
• Opportunities for continuous professional development to enhance career progression
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Excellent public transport links, ensuring easy commuting

Key Responsibilities

• Part of the senior leadership team, working closely with the service manager to deliver high-quality clinical services
• Develop and maintain integrated pathways for individuals requiring treatment for health issues related to addiction
• Implement and oversee immunisation and vaccination programmes to combat blood-borne viruses, providing guidance to professionals managing drug and alcohol-related issues
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance and national guidelines
• Contribute to audits and improvement of clinical standards and practices
• Establish and maintain effective partnerships with stakeholders, promoting clinical services
• Lead the clinical aspects of new developments and provide direction to the nursing team
• Support team learning and development, fostering a culture of shared good practice
• Assist in implementing policies and managing risks to ensure efficient and safe service delivery
• Collaborate with the lead doctor to plan and implement individual treatment programmes

Why Croydon

• A vibrant, culturally rich area with plenty of parks, entertainment venues, and community activities
• Excellent opportunities for work-life balance and career development

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

• Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning agency with an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot, based on over 1,000 reviews
• We are committed to offering the best possible rates and finding roles that match your skills and experience