Substance Misuse Nurse

Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Substance Misuse Nurse to provide clinical and psychosocial care in secure environments. This role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver individualized care packages and monitor treatment responses. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with experience in substance misuse, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach. This position offers competitive salaries based on contract type.

Benefits

Employee assistance helpline (24/7)

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

Opportunities for career development

Induction and competency framework training

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience working with opiate-dependent patients.
• A non-judgmental, compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to prioritise patient care.
• Deliver treatment options, including group and one-to-one sessions.
• Carry out comprehensive assessments and review recovery plans.

Skills

Clinical substance-misuse knowledge

Empathy and compassion

Assessment and review management

Communication skills

Education

Registered nurse with current NMC registration

Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)

RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse

Job description

Role Summary

Substance Misuse Nurse
Provide clinical and psychosocial care to individuals in secure environments, supporting recovery through comprehensive assessment and tailored treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to prioritise patient care and develop individualised care packages.
• Deliver a range of treatment options, including group and one‑to‑one sessions, with recovery at the centre of the healthcare and wellbeing model.
• Carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review recovery plans and communicate treatment options confidently.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication, potential side effects and liaise with prescribers.
• Support individuals on a 1‑1 basis, provide advice and information, and participate in group work.
• Occasionally support dispensing and collaborate with Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions.
• Demonstrate a person‑centred approach and commitment to recovery.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and internal/external learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD).
• RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake.
• Experience working with opiate‑dependent patients.
• Sound clinical substance‑misuse knowledge.
• A non‑judgmental, compassionate approach.
• Ideal candidates have experience in hospital, community or prison settings.

Benefits and Development

• Employee assistance helpline (24/7) and financial assistance.
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
• Opportunities for career development, including both internal and external options.
• Induction and competency framework training.

Working Hours and Shift Times

Base Location: Irford House, Seacroft, Leeds (LS14 6PA) with occasional late‑night clinics and home visits.
Primary hours: 37 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 9am–5pm (rotational weekend and bank holiday work may be required).

• Day: 07:00–20:30
• Early: 07:00–15:00
• Main: 08:00–17:00
• Night: 20:00–07:30
• Late: 12:00–20:30

Salary

Bank shift: £23.83 per hour.
Permanent contracts: £35,520 – £51,060 per annum (Health in Justice, Forward Leeds) or £44,789 – £64,384 per annum (Clinical Site Lead, Forward Leeds).

Legal and Security Requirements

Applicants must have a legal right to work in the UK. Employment offers are subject to additional vetting and security checks.