Substance Misuse Nurse

TN United Kingdom; Evesham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Substance Misuse Nurse to join their Primary Care team at a category A prison. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of inmates struggling with substance misuse. You will be part of a supportive team, providing essential care and assessments while benefiting from tailored training and career development opportunities. The position requires a commitment to working various shifts, including weekends and nights, ensuring that you play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of this vulnerable population. If you're passionate about making a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Bespoke induction training

Career development opportunities

Support from the wider team

Learning Management System access

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a legal right to work in the UK.
• Experience in substance misuse care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support for substance misuse patients.
• Participate in health assessments and treatment planning.

Skills

Substance Misuse Management

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Education

Nursing Qualification

Registered Nurse Status

Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Primary Care team at HMP Long Lartin, a category A Prison located in Littleton.

HMP Long Lartin is a male prison serving life sentences with a capacity for 690 inmates. It is not well situated, so you would need to drive.

About The Role

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Primary Care team at HMP Long Lartin, a category A Prison located in Littleton.

HMP Long Lartin is a male prison serving life sentences with a capacity for 690 inmates. It is not well situated, so you would need to drive.

Hours

Shift patterns would be a mixture of days (9 and 12 hour shifts), weekends, and the occasional night shift. 37.5 hours per week.

Salary

This position is full-time, with an annual salary up to £38,115 per 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.