This senior nursing post sits in the Substance Misuse team at HMP Lewes, a category B prison, within Practice Plus Group's Health in Justice service. The work centres on assessment, recovery planning and one-to-one and group treatment for service users, alongside monitoring medication and liaising with prescribers. It is full time, worked as four shifts of 9 to 9.5 hours with alternate weekends. Current NMC registration is required, along with additional vetting and security checks.
What the job involves
- Work in a multi-disciplinary team to develop individualised care packages through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning
- Deliver clinical and psychosocial interventions in group and one-to-one settings, with recovery at the centre
- Carry out comprehensive assessments and initiate and review individual recovery plans
- Communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users
- Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and possible side effects, liaising with prescribers
- Provide one-to-one advice and information to individuals
- Support the delivery of group work and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions
- Occasionally support dispensing
Qualifications
- RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse, or willingness to undertake it
- Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
Registration & licences
- Current NMC registration, Adult or Mental Health
Experience
- Experience of working with opiate- and alcohol-dependent patients
Skills & knowledge
- Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge
- Non-judgemental and compassionate approach
- Understanding of and commitment to recovery and a person-centred 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
- Bespoke induction, including the Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Bespoke Learning Management System
- Competency framework
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline
- Financial assistance when needed
- Support to grow in role and continue professional development
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Senior Substance Misuse Nurse employer: Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
At Practice Plus Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work as a Pharmacist in the dynamic environment of HMP Dovegate. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored training programs and a supportive work culture that values integrity and diversity. With competitive salaries, flexible part-time hours, and a focus on making a meaningful impact in healthcare, we empower our staff to unlock their best work life while contributing to the well-being of the prison population.
Contact Details:
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice Recruitment Team
