Nurse - Delphi
Substance Misuse Nurse
Service care solutions are working with a leading provider of Drug & Alcohol rehabilitation to fill a permanent position for a Substance Misuse Nurse.
Roles & Responsibilities for a Substance Misuse 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. Undertake screening, triage/initial and comprehensive assessments and risk management plans of clients. Plan and provide care for individuals undergoing detoxification programmes. Administer medication and monitor effects, including undertaking clinical observations and reporting any abnormalities to the doctor(s). Comprehensively assess clients and construct, review and monitor recovery plans within a holistic planned approach. Provide case management and direct clinical care to a defined number of clients as agreed with the Centre Manager and Lead Nurse. This includes assessment, planning and providing specialist care. Respond to clinical and medical emergencies, and managing crisis as a first line intervention. Maintain admissions. Agree treatment and care plans with clients, and review them regularly. Undertake drug screening.Substance Misuse Nurse Requirements
A current, UK recognised nursing qualification – RMN, RGN, CPN or equivalent. Registered Nurse Mental Health or Registered Nurse General (NMC Registration and active PIN). Experience working in a Drug & Alcohol recovery centre as a Nurse or Substance Misuse Nurse would be advantageous but not required. Experience & knowledge of Drug & Alcohol treatment & recovery including treatment plans.If you want to hear more about this Substance Misuse Nurse role please click 'Apply' now