Nurse Specialist – Addiction Services

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Turning Point Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse (RGN) or Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our team as a Senior Substance Use Nurse at Turning Point. As a Senior Substance Use Nurse, you will play a key role in the overall day-to-day leadership and development of our Nursing Team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical supervision to Specialist Substance Misuse Nurses and line management to non-clinical staff.
  • Support and advocate adherence to evidence-based clinical practice in the area of alcohol dependency and substance misuse.
  • Develop, implement, and promote evidence-based alcohol withdrawal and substance misuse management protocols.
  • Act as a point of contact for a cross-site, multi-disciplinary team of colleagues involved in the management and prevention of the physical and psychosocial adverse consequences of alcohol and substance misuse.
  • Deliver educational tools to ensure appropriate referral to existing Trust and community-based alcohol services at Turning Point.
  • Support the organization and coordination of appropriate monitoring and audits of compliance, performance, and outcome of standards compatible with best practice.

Requirements

  • RMN or RGN at degree level (or equivalent) with Current NMC Registration.
  • Experience of working in and understanding of the substance misuse sector, particularly experience in relation to assessing, managing medically assisted alcohol withdrawal (MAW).
  • Experience of contribution to effective and safe care plans and discharge plans.
  • Experience in delivering staff training/CPD.
  • Awareness of health issues relating to substance misuse.
  • 2 years in Substance Misuse at minimum band 6 level or equivalent.
  • Experience of providing clinical leadership through managing and supervising multidisciplinary staff.
  • Experience in multi-agency working and training.
  • Awareness and experience of contributing to effective clinical governance.
  • Experience in reporting and managing incidents effectively.
  • Evidence of continuing personal development/revalidation and post-registration training in the nursing care, assessment, and treatment with substance misuse clients.

About Us

Turning Point is a leading provider of substance misuse services in England and Wales. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to individuals affected by addiction and substance misuse.

What We Offer

  • NMC Registration renewal fee paid for.
  • Comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
  • 33 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days.
  • Exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues.
  • Flexible working solutions.
  • Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme.
  • Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service.
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Recognition awards and Long Service bonuses.
  • Flexible benefit options.


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