Senior Substance Misuse Nurse post in the SMS team at HMP Onley, a category C men's prison run by Practice Plus Group. Most of the work is substance misuse clinics in prison healthcare, with some wing work and primary care duties. It is full time at 37.5 hours on a four-week rolling rota covering weekends and bank holidays. Current NMC registration and experience with opiate-dependent patients are needed, plus RCGP 1 or a commitment to take it.
What the job involves
- Deliver clinical and psychosocial substance misuse treatment in group and 1-1 settings
- Carry out comprehensive assessments and initiate and review individual recovery plans
- Work in a multi-disciplinary team to develop individualised packages of care
- Monitor responses to medication and side effects, liaising with prescribers
- Provide advice and information to individuals on a 1-1 basis
- Communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users
- Support group work and clinical interventions with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners
- Undertake primary care duties alongside substance misuse work
- Work on the prison wings as required
- Occasionally support dispensing
Qualifications
- RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse, or willingness to undertake it
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Registration & licences
- Current NMC registration, Adult or Mental Health part
Experience
- Proven experience in substance misuse servicesExperience of working with opiate-dependent patients
Skills & knowledge
- Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge
- A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
Checks & eligibility
- Legal right to work in the UK
- Additional vetting and security checks
Nice to have
- Experience in a hospital, community or prison environment
What’s offered
- Onsite parking
- Access to gym
- Health and wellness benefits
- Training and development opportunities
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline
- Financial assistance when needed
- Bespoke induction, including the Introducing Health in Justice course
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