Substance Misuse Nurse Sanctuary Personal

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

Type:
Three-month block booking (Full-time and Part-time)

Join an exciting new opportunity as a Substance Misuse Nurse within Substance Misuse in Macclesfield, earning £33.00 hourly. This is a three-month block booking where you can play a key role in transforming lives. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, allowing flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Work Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00 and enjoy an enriching experience that promises to enhance your professional growth and expertise.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Enjoy the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours, allowing you to maintain a perfect work-life balance.
• No Night
  
  Shifts:
  
  Say goodbye to night shifts while still making a difference in people’s lives.
• Locum Flexibility: Locum work gives you the freedom to explore different environments and work settings, providing continuous learning and development.
• Professional Growth: It’s a unique opportunity to customise your professional growth.
• Schedule Control: In addition to competitive pay, as a locum you are often in control of your schedule, meaning more time for hobbies, travel, or family commitments.
• Clinical
  
  Experience:
  
  Access to a variety of clinical experiences across diverse settings, expanding your network and professional knowledge.

What you will do

• Undertake comprehensive assessments covering physical, mental health, and substance misuse to create person-centred care and recovery plans.
• Deliver clinical interventions, including alcohol and opioid treatment programmes, community detoxification support, and ongoing health monitoring.
• Provide harm reduction advice and training, including needle exchange support, overdose prevention education, and naloxone training to service users and partners.
• Conduct blood borne virus (BBV) screening, phlebotomy, and Hepatitis A/B vaccination programmes where appropriate.
• Monitor service users receiving prescribed medications, ensuring safe administration, adherence to treatment plans, and compliance with clinical governance.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Must possess a Registered Nurse qualification in Adult, Mental Health, or Learning Disability Nursing.
• Current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration is required.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to substance misuse, addiction, or community healthcare is a must.
• A Non-Medical Prescribing qualification is desirable but not essential.

Experience

• Post-registration nursing experience within substance misuse, community healthcare, mental health, primary care, or related services.
• Proven experience supporting individuals with complex health, social, and psychological needs.

Macclesfield is not just a place to work; it’s a community to thrive in. Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, this vibrant market town offers a perfect blend of countryside charm and urban convenience. From its rich history and beautiful parks to the welcoming local community, Macclesfield is a truly wonderful place to live and work. Embrace both professional and personal fulfilment in this captivating location.