Job type
TemporaryLocation
BrightonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
NursingIndustry
Healthcare & MedicalPay
Excellent
We are urgently looking for an experienced Locum Substance Misuse/Detox Nurse (RMN or RGN) in Brighton.
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: between £33 to £38/hr PAYE or umbrella (no limited companies)
Dates: asap - 2 months (Temporary Contract, will be reviewed after 2 months)
Pay Rate: between £33 to £38/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
- 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
- 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 Substance Misuse Nurse role in a Drug Treatment service, Forensic or Prison.
- 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. 