Substance Misuse Detox Nurse

4756988
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Birmingham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Nursing
  • Industry

    Healthcare & Medical
  • Pay

    Excellent

Locum Substance Misuse/Detox Nurse required in Birmingham.

We are urgently looking for an experienced Locum Substance Misuse/Detox Nurse (RMN or RGN) to join our client’s team in south-west Birmingham.

Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week) Dates: January - 2 months (Temporary Contract, will be reviewed after 2 months) Pay Rate: between £34 to £39/hr PAYE or umbrella (no limited companies)

Your new role
Undertake physical and mental health assessments for service users and ensure appropriate sign posting/referral to primary care or appropriate secondary health care services for identified health issues.
To undertake Nurse Alcohol Assessments and determine safe detoxification
To deliver Buvidal clinics (long-acting Buprenorphine injections)
Assist in the titration process for opiate service users.
To provide screening for BBV, through dry blood spot testing and support to access Hep C treatment
To provide Hepatitis B vaccinations when needed.
Offer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to service users.

Essential Qualifications and Experience
Current NMC registration
Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions
Previous experience in a similar role at a Drug Treatment service, Prison or custody.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

**Please note we do not offer sponsorships**

What you'll get in return
Weekly payments
Help with revalidation
Free CPD courses
Holiday pay
Free DBS check

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. To find out more about this job please contact Agne on 0207 259 8788.

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