Substance Misuse Nurse - Community Care & Harm Reduction

Belmont Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse to join a community drug and alcohol service in Wakefield. The role involves providing clinical care and implementing harm reduction strategies for individuals struggling with substance misuse. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, administering opiate substitution treatments, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This position offers a supportive environment and the potential for extended contracts, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced nursing professionals.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in administering opiate substitution treatments, such as methadone.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive health and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of BBV screening and vaccination protocols.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive health and risk assessments for service users entering treatment.
• Administer and manage opiate substitution treatments, including methadone.
• Deliver clinical interventions and provide harm reduction advice.

Skills

Experience in substance misuse nursing

Clinical care delivery

Harm reduction interventions

Education

Nursing qualifications

Job description

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse to join a community drug and alcohol service in Wakefield. The role involves providing clinical care and implementing harm reduction strategies for individuals struggling with substance misuse. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, administering opiate substitution treatments, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This position offers a supportive environment and the potential for extended contracts, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced nursing professionals.