Substance Misuse Nurse – Harm-Reduction Clinician

Change Grow Live; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care charity is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse in Tunbridge Wells. In this role, you will conduct health assessments, provide clinical interventions, and support clients with substance misuse issues. The ideal candidate will have nursing qualifications, experience in harm reduction practices, and a compassionate approach to care. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in clients' lives in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and mental health assessments for service users.
• Provide health education and promote screening for viruses.
• Develop therapeutic alliances and effective partnerships with clients.
• Record client data to meet service operational standards.

Skills

Clinical interventions

Assessment skills

Communication

Harm reduction knowledge

Empathy and non-judgmental attitude

Education

First level registered nurse

Qualification in substance misuse

Trained in phlebotomy

Job description

A leading health and social care charity is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse in Tunbridge Wells. In this role, you will conduct health assessments, provide clinical interventions, and support clients with substance misuse issues. The ideal candidate will have nursing qualifications, experience in harm reduction practices, and a compassionate approach to care. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in clients' lives in a supportive team environment.