Senior Substance Misuse Nurse - Recovery-Centred Care

Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited; Stamford Bridge; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a registered nurse to join their Health in Justice team. This full-time role focuses on prioritizing patient care and developing individualized treatment plans for opiate-dependent patients in secure environments. Candidates should have current NMC registration and experience in substance misuse. The position offers an annual salary up to £49,175 FTE, alongside career development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with opiate‑dependent patients.
• Experience in a hospital, community, or prison environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment.
• Deliver treatment options in group and 1‑1 settings.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and provide advice.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Clinical substance misuse knowledge

Education

Registered nurse with current NMC registration

RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse

Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a registered nurse to join their Health in Justice team. This full-time role focuses on prioritizing patient care and developing individualized treatment plans for opiate-dependent patients in secure environments. Candidates should have current NMC registration and experience in substance misuse. The position offers an annual salary up to £49,175 FTE, alongside career development opportunities and a supportive team environment.