Detox Nurse

Registered Nurse
Job Role is based at Detox/ Rehabilitation Service
12.5 hour shifts, Day shifts 07.30 to 20.00, Night shifts 19.30 to 08.00

About you:

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity to work for a Medically assisted centre where you will have the time to provide excellent care?
Would you be interested in a small and manageable caseload?
Work 2 days, 2 nights, and get 5 days off - the salary is also not effected by this!


Main duties of the Nurse:

Adhere to NMC guidelines and code of conduct at all times.
Support the Centre manager and Lead Nurse in the preparation and development of the Clinic action plan.
Develop and maintain close liaisons and working relationships with other primary and secondary care health and social care professionals in the formulation and delivery of a client’s recovery plan.
Help ensure that the accommodation for residents, including catering, maintenance, and cleanliness is of a high standard.
Carry out the comprehensive inductions of nurses.


What we're looking for...

A current, UK recognised nursing qualification - RMN, RGN, CPN or equivalent.
Registered Nurse Mental Health or Registered Nurse General (NMC Registration and active PIN).
Demonstrable experience of delivering clinical interventions in the substance misuse field within a clear philosophical/theoretical framework.
Experience of supervising the clinical casework of professionally qualified staff working in the alcohol and drug field.
Proven track record in managing incidents of challenging behaviour.


The benefits of being a Nurse in the team:

Free training and development opportunities
28 Days Holiday rising to 33 Days after 5 continuous years of service
Company pension scheme
FREE On-site parking
Wellness programme - 24/7 free Counselling Support with BUPA
Blue Light Card - 1000's of retail discounts
Employee of the month vouchers - (delegating up to £100 per month)
Small caseload of clients - Maximum number of clients: 18