Senior Substance Misuse Nurse

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Substance Misuse Nurse to join their compassionate team at a local men's prison. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in recovery, providing tailored care and support in a dynamic environment. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to patient-centered care, this position is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills in a challenging yet rewarding setting. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving healthcare access and quality for all.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Financial assistance when needed

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration required.
• Experience with opiate dependent patients is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to develop patient care packages.
• Deliver clinical and psychosocial interventions in group and 1-1 settings.

Skills

Substance Misuse Knowledge

Clinical Assessment

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC Registration

Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)

RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse

Job description

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a SeniorSubstance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Leeds, a category B men's Prison located inGloucester Terrace in the Armley area of Leeds in West Yorkshire.

An integrated and friendly team who really value strong culture and ensuring everyone in the current team and new starters all carry and hold the same PPG values. Lots of opportunity to develop and become more specialist in Health in Justice within substance misuse but also within primary care nursing.

Hours

37.5 hours a week working a mix of day and nights, dependant on what is required but they are flexible on when these days/nights are worked. Day time shifts are 7am-8.30pm and night shifts are 8pm-7.30am. Weekends will be one or two a month.

Salary

This position is full time,youll receive an annual salary up to £48,000per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Main duties of the job

As aSenior Substance Misuse Nurse,your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning
• Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model
• Be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals, on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information
• Support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions.
• You will occasionally be required to support dispensing
• Have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person centred approach.

If you are interested incareer development,we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include bothinternal and external optionsfor development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake.
• Current Leadership experience
• Experience of working with opiate dependant patients and other dependencies.
• Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge.

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Date posted

28 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£42,500 to £48,000 a year £42,500-48,000k

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

9808-9

Job locations

2 Gloucester Terrace

Stanningley Rd

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS12 2TJ

Job description Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a SeniorSubstance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Leeds, a category B men's Prison located inGloucester Terrace in the Armley area of Leeds in West Yorkshire.

An integrated and friendly team who really value strong culture and ensuring everyone in the current team and new starters all carry and hold the same PPG values. Lots of opportunity to develop and become more specialist in Health in Justice within substance misuse but also within primary care nursing.

Hours

37.5 hours a week working a mix of day and nights, dependant on what is required but they are flexible on when these days/nights are worked. Day time shifts are 7am-8.30pm and night shifts are 8pm-7.30am. Weekends will be one or two a month.

Salary

This position is full time,youll receive an annual salary up to £48,000per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Job description Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a SeniorSubstance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Leeds, a category B men's Prison located inGloucester Terrace in the Armley area of Leeds in West Yorkshire.

An integrated and friendly team who really value strong culture and ensuring everyone in the current team and new starters all carry and hold the same PPG values. Lots of opportunity to develop and become more specialist in Health in Justice within substance misuse but also within primary care nursing.

Hours

37.5 hours a week working a mix of day and nights, dependant on what is required but they are flexible on when these days/nights are worked. Day time shifts are 7am-8.30pm and night shifts are 8pm-7.30am. Weekends will be one or two a month.

Salary

This position is full time,youll receive an annual salary up to £48,000per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

2 Gloucester Terrace

Stanningley Rd

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS12 2TJ

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

2 Gloucester Terrace

Stanningley Rd

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS12 2TJ

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)