CPN - Addictions Team in London)

Exciting Opportunity: Band 6 CPN – Drug & Alcohol/Addictions Team

We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse (Band 6)
Location: SE London
Duration: 3 months
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: £27 per hour (umbrella)

What You\’ll Be Doing: Join a dedicated Drug and Alcohol/Addictions team as a Band 6 CPN, supporting service users with substance misuse and complex mental health needs. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Managing a caseload of clients with dual diagnosis presentations
2. Delivering person-centred, recovery-focused care plans
3. Conducting assessments and providing evidence-based interventions
4. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies
5. Supporting harm-reduction strategies and relapse prevention
6. Monitoring mental and physical health, including administering medication
7. Safeguarding and risk management

Requirements & Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. A valid NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
2. Experience in addiction/substance misuse or dual diagnosis settings
3. Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills
4. Excellent communication and team-working abilities
5. Ability to work autonomously and within MDTs
6. A full UK driver\’s license is preferred but not essential

Working Hours & Contract Duration: This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM. Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension based on service needs and performance.

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