Substance Misuse Nurse

We are urgently looking for an experienced Locum Substance Misuse/Detox Nurse to join our client’s team in Lewisham, London. Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (4 days between Monday and Friday, 30 hours per week) Dates: ASAP 3 months (Temporary contract will be reviewed after 3 months) Pay Rate: between £32 to £38/hr 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. 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 Previous experience as a Recovery/Substance Misuse Nurse at a Drug Treatment service, Forensic, Prison or other similar background 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 0788 418 6023. #4799090 - Agne Minkeviciute-Miklusiene