Substance Misuse Nurse

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Healthcare
Posted on: Posted 4 hours ago
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
Permanent
£40000 - £44000 Per Year
Job reference:
34239
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A well-established national charity is seeking a compassionate and motivated Substance Misuse Nurse to join their specialist addictions clinic in Tunbridge Wells. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, structured service where you can make a real and lasting impact on people’s lives.

This role would suit an experienced Substance Misuse Nurse or a Registered Nurse looking to move into the addictions field, with full training and development provided.

The Role

Working within a multidisciplinary clinic environment, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care, including:

  • Completing comprehensive physical and mental health assessments
  • Providing clinical advice, harm reduction support, and health promotion
  • Supporting service users with co-existing mental health needs
  • Signposting and liaising with primary and secondary healthcare services
  • Developing therapeutic relationships to support recovery and long-term wellbeing

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • Registered Nurse status with a valid NMC PIN (RGN or RMN)
  • Experience within drug and alcohol services or strong transferable nursing experience
  • Sound knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions
  • Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions
  • A genuine interest in substance misuse treatment and recovery

Previous experience in addiction services is not essential. Candidates who can demonstrate their motivation for this field and highlight relevant transferable skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

What’s On Offer?

  • Salary up to £43,400 per annum

  • Sociable working hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00

  • 33 days annual leave

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Tailored individual development programmes

  • Excellent training and progression opportunities

Apply Now!

If you are a Registered Nurse with a passion for substance misuse treatment and are seeking a new professional challenge, apply today.

For further information, contact Sam at Leaders in Care on 07828 876725.

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