Substance Misuse Registered Nurse

Location: Riseholme

Substance Misuse Registered Nurse – Lincoln
Pay: £27.76 – £31.57 per hour
Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle | Immediate start available
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Substance Misuse Nurse looking to make a real difference in your community? Join Newcross Healthcare and become part of a team that puts people at the heart of everything we do.
We’re hiring experienced Substance Misuse Nurses to join us in a 3-6 month temporary position, working 37.5 hours per week.
Shift patterns: 7am-4pm, 8am-5pm or 7am-9pm

* Please note, previous prison experience and valid Prison Clearance are essential for this role. We are not able to obtain clearance for staff.
* What you’ll do:

* Provide high-quality person-centred nursing care to individuals experiencing substance misuse.
 
* Complete clinical and risk assessments and develop individual care plans.
 
* Deliver harm reduction, recovery and health & wellbeing interventions.
 
* Support clinics, health education, BBV testing, vaccinations and detox programmes.
 
* Safely administer and supervise medication, including control drugs.
 
* Uphold the highest standards of patient safety, dignity and respect.
 
* Maintain strong safeguarding and security awareness within the prison environment.

What we’re looking for:

* Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (RN)
 
* At least 6 months of post-qualification experience in a UK-based care setting
 
* Experience in substance misuse is essential.
 
* Previous experience in a prison / secure healthcare setting is essential.
 
* Valid Prison Clearance.
 
* Confidence in carrying out clinical and risk assessments.
 
* Knowledge of medication management and the safe handling of controlled drugs.
 
* Strong understanding of substance misuse, drug and alcohol treatment, harm reduction and recovery interventions.
 
* Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills.
Why join Newcross?
At Newcross Healthcare, we live by our core values:
 
* Integrity:
We do what’s right, even when no one is watching
 
* Respect:
Every voice matters, and every person counts
 
* Empathy:
Compassionate hearts deliver exceptional care
 
* Teamwork:
Great care is never delivered alone
These values guide our recruitment process and shape the way we support our colleagues and clients every day.

What we offer:

* Competitive hourly rates: £27.76 – £31.57 per hour
 
* Instant pay with Same day pay – get paid up to 50% of your shift value instantly
 
* Free training, clinical support and career development opportunities
 
* Access to a supportive community of healthcare professionals
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply today and help us deliver care that truly matters.
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