Substance Misuse Nurse — Make a Real Impact in Prisons

Practice Plus Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 34,428 - 41,659; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bespoke Learning Management System

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Job summary

Practice Plus Group is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse for HMP Altcourse in Liverpool. This role involves delivering evidence-based care as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a busy prison environment. Candidates must have NMC registration in Adult or Mental Health and some experience in substance misuse.

You will be responsible for medication rounds, patient assessments, and providing non-judgmental care. The role offers significant career development opportunities and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with experience in substance misuse.
• Must have NMC registration in Adult or Mental Health.
• Experience with opiate dependent patients is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a nurse-led service and prevent hospital admissions.
• Assess patients and undertake medication rounds.
• Provide evidence-based care and respond to patient feedback.

Skills

Experience in substance misuse

Compassionate approach

Clinical substance misuse knowledge

Education

NMC registration Adult or Mental Health

Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)

RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake

Job description

Practice Plus Group is seeking a Substance Misuse Nurse for HMP Altcourse in Liverpool. This role involves delivering evidence-based care as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a busy prison environment. Candidates must have NMC registration in Adult or Mental Health and some experience in substance misuse.

You will be responsible for medication rounds, patient assessments, and providing non-judgmental care. The role offers significant career development opportunities and a competitive salary range.