Substance Misuse Nurse

Archer Resourcing; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the health sector is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse for a rewarding role in Uxbridge. The position involves working with a multidisciplinary team to provide care for individuals facing substance misuse challenges. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree, along with the ability to conduct assessments and interventions.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health intervention and assessment.
• Current NMC registration required.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical and mental health of clients.
• Evaluate psychological and emotional needs.
• Deliver clinical interventions to support recovery.

Skills

Risk assessment and management

Engagement with mental health problems

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Archer Resourcing has a great new Substance Misuse Nursing position available in Uxbridge.

If you are a hard-working and empathetic individual looking to start a challenging yet rewarding role, this could be the perfect opportunity. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team managing and treating individuals with problematic use of psychoactive substances related to alcohol and drugs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assessing physical and mental health
• Continuously evaluating the psychological, emotional, social, and rehabilitative needs of clients/patients
• Engaging with individuals with mental health issues, assessing their needs, designing, delivering, and evaluating interventions
• Providing services for individuals with complex needs
• Delivering clinical interventions to support recovery
• Raising awareness of risks associated with drugs and alcohol
• Participating in opiate and alcohol interventions
• Leading harm reduction initiatives
• Ensuring safe storage and administration of medications

Requirements:

• Experience engaging with individuals with mental health problems, assessing needs, and delivering interventions
• Risk assessment and management skills
• Relevant degree
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months (on the update service preferred)
• Current NMC registration

About working with Archer Resourcing Ltd:

We have extensive experience helping professionals find exciting roles across the UK. Our strong relationships with major employers in UK criminal justice give you the best chance to secure your next role.

We pride ourselves on efficient recruitment; however, we can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements. For queries, please contact Archer directly using the provided contact details.

We offer a £250 referral bonus for anyone you refer who is interested and suitable.

Due to high application volumes, we are unable to respond to all applications. We may hold your CV on file for future opportunities.