We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Doncaster, a category B local resettlement prison situated in South Yorkshire. Doncaster houses a male population of up to 1145 individuals, approximately 200 of whom are young offenders aged 18-20.
In this role you'll be working with a multi-disciplinary team that will support you and help you succeed.
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary up to £40,211 per annum - depending on experience.
Main duties of the job
As a Substance Misuse Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will:
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning.
* Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting.
* Carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users.
* Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers.
* Support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions.
* Have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person-centred approach.
Qualifications Required
* NMC Registered nurse.
* RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake.
* Experience of working with opiate dependent patients.
* Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge.
Although not essential, ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.
Employer details
Employer name: Practice Plus Group
Address: Marsh Gate, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 8UX
Employer's website: Practice Plus Group Careers
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