Substance Misuse Nurse

We are urgently looking for an experienced locum Substance Misuse / Addictions Nurse to join our client's team in Preston, Lancashire.

Hours:

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week)
Dates: ASAP 2 months (Temporary Contract will be reviewed after 2 months)
Pay Rate: £33/hr PAYE or £39 umbrella (strictly no limited companies)
Your new role

Undertake physical and mental health assessments and sign post/refer to primary care or appropriate secondary health care services for identified health issues.

To undertake Nurse Alcohol Assessments and determine safe detoxification.

Assist in the titration process for opiate service users.

To provide screening for BBV, through dry blood spot testing.

If trained - provide Hepatitis B vaccinations, undertake phlebotomy.

Contribute to Naloxone Strategy Offer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to service users.

Utilise psychosocial intervention, including Integrated Test and Evaluation Plans in both one-to-one and group settings.
Essential Qualifications and Experience Current NMC registration

Previous solid experience of working as a substance misuse nurse

Strong communication and teamwork skills

** Please note we do not offer sponsor ships*
* What you'll get in return Weekly payments

Help with revalidation

Free CPD courses

Holiday payFree DBS check
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