Substance Misuse Nurse in Liverpool, Merseyside

Job Title:
Substance Misuse Nurse

Specialism:
Substance Misuse

Location:
Liverpool, UK

Salary:
£33.00 Hourly

Type:
Locum, Full Time (37.5 hours per week), Two-Month Block Booking

Embark on an exciting journey as a Substance Misuse Nurse within a leading Substance Misuse team in Liverpool. This fantastic opportunity offers you a two-month block booking with the possibility to work full time, averaging 37.5 hours per week. Dive into the heart of Liverpool, providing essential support and care to individuals on their recovery journeys, all while earning a competitive hourly rate of £33.00.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time: Secure a stable routine with full-time hours that offer an excellent work-life balance.
• Flexibility: Enjoy the ability to choose shifts that fit your lifestyle, giving you some control over your schedule.
• Skill Development: Working in diverse environments allows you to acquire new skills and specialties, enhancing your professional growth.
• Travel Opportunities: Explore new locations and expand your professional network across the UK.
• Comprehensive Support: Benefit from a dedicated team that supports you in fulfilling your role efficiently and effectively.

What you will do:

• Conduct thorough physical and mental health assessments for individuals accessing substance misuse treatment services.
• Apply your expertise by delivering specialist nursing interventions such as alcohol and opioid treatment programmes, community detoxification support, and recovery planning.
• Provide essential harm reduction advice, including needle exchange support and health promotion interventions to reduce drug and alcohol-related harm.
• Undertake blood-borne virus (BBV) screening, perform phlebotomy, and administer Hepatitis A/B vaccination programmes where clinically indicated.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Undertake comprehensive assessments for individuals accessing substance misuse treatment services, focusing on both physical and mental health aspects.
• Deliver specialised nursing interventions like alcohol and opioid treatment programmes, community detoxification support, and recovery planning.
• Proactively offer harm reduction advice, needle exchange support, and promote health interventions to reduce substance-related harm.
• Conduct BBV screening, phlebotomy, and Hepatitis vaccination programmes, providing crucial healthcare interventions where needed.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse in Adult, Mental Health, or Learning Disability Nursing.
• Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to substance misuse, public health, or community nursing.

Registration and Compliance:

• Current NMC registration without restrictions.

Experience:

• Experience working within substance misuse, community health, mental health, or public health services.
• Proven track record of delivering evidence-based clinical interventions for individuals affected by drugs and alcohol.

Why Liverpool?

Join a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, iconic music scene, and bustling waterfront. Liverpool offers a perfect balance of urban life and community charm, making it an ideal place to live and work. As a Substance Misuse Nurse in Liverpool, you'll be at the forefront of improving public health outcomes, while also enjoying the city's thriving arts, sports, and culinary scenes. Make Liverpool your new adventure!

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Apply now to join the Substance Misuse team in Liverpool and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.