Senior Addiction Care Specialist

1 week ago


Hackney, United Kingdom Turning Point Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Substance Use Nurse to join our team at Turning Point. As a Senior Substance Use Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing clinical leadership and supervision to our nursing team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to individuals experiencing difficulties with substance misuse and alcohol dependency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide clinical supervision to Specialist Substance Misuse Nurses and line management to non-clinical staff.
  • Develop, implement, and promote evidence-based clinical practice in the area of alcohol dependency and substance misuse.
  • Work closely with existing staff to develop and implement protocols for alcohol withdrawal and substance misuse management.
  • 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.
  • Support the organization and coordination of 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 contributing 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 to individuals experiencing difficulties with substance misuse and alcohol dependency. Our team is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our clients and their families.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including NMC Registration renewal fee paid for, comprehensive learning and development opportunities, 33 days' paid holiday a year, and access to our exclusive discounts hub. We also offer flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.



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