Do you want to be part of an exciting new work stream to help improve the lives and wellbeing of others?
We are looking for a passionate, motivated individual to provide high-quality nursing care to service users with substance use needs.
You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering person-centred substance use interventions and clinical procedures.
In this role you will:
- Complete physical and mental health assessments for people who access our services.
- Support in the delivery of pharmacological and psychosocial interventions including assessments.
- Conduct care planning and review of service users treatment.
- Conduct assessments of physical dependency and determine safe introduction/titration to opiate substitute treatments as required.
- Conduct detox assessments.
To be successful in this role you will need to have:
- A valid registration with the NMC and a current pin.
- Relevant experience of working within a substance misuse setting.
- Knowledge of the issues facing substance users including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues.
- Significant knowledge and understanding of the legislative, guidance and policy framework around clinical delivery.
- Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
In return we offer ongoing trailing and opportunities to continue your professional development, employee discounts, and a great pensions scheme.
Applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence and use of a car with business insurance prior to starting the role.
If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Rebecca Legg at Rebecca_Legg@middlesbrough.gov.uk.
Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies ¦ Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.