Job Description

We have an exciting role on offer within our Public Health as a Substance Use Nurse.


About Us


Do you want to be part of an exciting new work stream to help improve the lives and wellbeing of others?


We are looking for a passionate, motivated individual to provide high-quality nursing care to service users with substance use needs. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering person-centred substance use interventions and clinical procedures.


In this role you will: Complete physical and mental health assessments for people who access our services. Support in the delivery of pharmacological and psychosocial interventions including assessments. Conduct care planning and review of service user's treatment. Conduct assessments of physical dependency and determine safe induction/titration to opiate substitute treatments as required. Conduct detox assessments.


To be successful in this role you will be: Qualified at RGN degree level (or equivalent) with current NMC Registration.


Relevant experience of working within a substance misuse setting. Knowledge of the issues facing substance users including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues. Significant knowledge and understanding of the legislative, guidance and policy framework around clinical delivery. Highly developed communication and skills, both written and verbal.


Applicants must have a Full UK Driving License and use of car with business insurance prior to starting the service.


Please note, this is a maternity cover until 30.04.2026, with a potential to be extended to a year.


If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!


In return we can offer

Generous leave entitlement with an option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year. Excellent pension plus top-up options. Staff networks run by our staff for our staff. Flexible working (dependent on job role). Electric car lease scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Employee benefits portal including Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme. Staff lottery. Travel and car parking schemes. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Fantastic career progression opportunities and lots more!

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Nicole Maughan on nicole_maughan@middlesbrough.gov.uk


The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We operative a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.



Telephone:

01642 727088

recruitment@middlesbrough.gov.uk