JOB-20240911-c1c514b9
Exciting Opportunity: Addictions Specialist Nurse - Band 6 (Community Psychiatric Nurse), Erith UK. Hourly Pay: £27 Ongoing contract with full-time hours at 37.5 per week
Step into an adventurous career as an Addictions Specialist Nurse where your skills will bring positive change to those wrestling with substance misuse. Based in the vibrant town of Erith, you will have the enriching role of coordinating recovery-focused care packages for clients who have multiple needs. As a skilled nurse, you will take the lead on developing and implementing innovative care strategies while guiding a dynamic team of nurses, recovery workers, and students.
Perks and Benefits:
- Full-time position at 37.5 hours per week ensures a stable routine with opportunities to expand your knowledge in addiction nursing.
- Competitive hourly salary of £27 means your expertise is valued and rewarded.
- Enjoy the flexibility of locum work, offering a varied work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
- Gain exposure to diverse healthcare settings in Erith, enhancing your experience across the healthcare field.
- Access continuous professional development opportunities, supporting your growth in addiction specialism.
What you will do:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ physical, psychological, mental health, and social needs to develop tailored recovery plans.
- Oversee the clinical care of a defined caseload, ensuring best practice is adhered to according to Trust policies.
- If qualified as a Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP), independently prescribe and manage treatment packages for substance misuse.
- Co-manage clinics alongside recovery workers, delivering and designing essential group interventions.
- Engage in developing and monitoring care standards, clinical audits, and outcomes to foster good clinical practices.
- Participate in inter-professional meetings and report compilation, contributing to effective multi-agency collaboration.
- Regularly review recovery plans, ensuring goals are SMART and comprehensively documented.
- Dispense medication and conduct necessary health screenings and interventions based on client needs.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with a variety of statutory and voluntary organisations.
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse with two years post-qualification experience in a clinical setting focused on substance misuse.
- Proven track record of continuous professional development and relevant substance misuse training.
- Experience in producing formal documents, supervising staff, and working within multidisciplinary teams.
- Skilled in liaising with both statutory and non-statutory services, offering comprehensive client care.
Erith is not just your workplace, it's a lively town with a rich community spirit and beautiful riverside views. Whether you're exploring local parks or enjoying the thriving local culture, Erith offers a fantastic quality of life. By joining us as an Addictions Specialist Nurse, you're not only advancing your career but also embracing a community that values your dedication and passion for positive change.
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