Substance Misuse Nurse

Sanctuary Personnel; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

PD & training

Supportive team

Community focus

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel seeks a Substance Misuse Nurse in Barnet to deliver patient-centred care for individuals with substance misuse. You will perform health assessments, manage recovery plans, and provide OST, wound care, and psychosocial interventions in a dynamic team.

Join a supportive service in Greater London offering flexible shifts and ongoing professional development while contributing to safeguarding and risk management within the recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration and PIN as a nurse with substance misuse experience.
• Familiarity with harm reduction, screening, and recovery planning.
• Ability to conduct health assessments and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centred care to individuals with substance misuse.
• Carry out health assessments and manage recovery plans.
• Administer OST and engage in harm reduction activities (Naloxone).
• Perform phlebotomy and BBV screening; advise on risk reduction.
• Provide individual and group psychosocial support.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on safeguarding and risk.

Skills

NMC registration

Harm reduction

Phlebotomy

Wound care

Recovery planning

Education

NMC Registered Nurse (PIN)

Job description

Join us for a thrilling opportunity as a Substance Misuse Nurse in Barnet, Greater London, earning £34 per hour on a full-time 3-month contract. Whether you love a challenge or are looking to make a substantial impact in a vibrant community, this role is calling your name. Your expertise in drug and alcohol treatment and detoxification services will be highly valued as you support individuals in their recovery journey.

Dive into the world of locum work, where you can enjoy the flexibility to balance work with your personal life. You will play a crucial role as a Substance Misuse Nurse while enjoying competitive hourly rates and the potential for contract extensions.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexibility to choose your shifts, giving you the freedom to shape your work-life balance as you desire.
• Gain rich and diverse experience, enhancing your professional portfolio within different service environments.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development ensure you keep growing in your role.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative environment that values your contributions and offers an opportunity to make a tangible difference.
• Be part of a community-focused service nestled in the bustling area of Barnet, bringing both professional satisfaction and personal enrichment.

What you will do:

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centred care to individuals with substance misuse issues.
• Undertake health assessments, manage recovery planning, and offer wound care and clinical interventions.
• Administer OST and engage in harm reduction activities, including opioid overdose management with Naloxone.
• Conduct phlebotomy and BBV screening, providing guidance to reduce risks related to drug and alcohol use.
• Deliver both one-on-one and group psychosocial interventions, providing empathetic and effective support.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to safeguarding and risk management efforts.

Requirements:

• Valid NMC registration and PIN as a Registered Nurse with experience in substance misuse settings.
• Familiarity with prescribing practices, harm reduction, and screening processes.
• Ability to navigate recovery planning and perform thorough health assessments.

Embrace a world where your impact is felt deeply! Barnet offers a unique blend of urban and suburban charm, with plenty of green spaces and a vibrant cultural scene. With excellent transport links, you are well-positioned to explore all that Greater London has to offer. Join us and make Barnet your next professional adventure!