We are recruiting for a Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse
Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes.
The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do.
We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment and re-offending.”
Role Responsibilities
As a Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse with The Forward Trust, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, nurse-led clinical and psychosocial interventions to individuals with substance misuse issues in a prison setting. This dynamic and challenging environment offers the opportunity to utilise and expand your nursing skills while making a tangible impact on the lives of those in your care.
Below are the key responsibilities for this role;
- Clinical Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with substance misuse issues, developing and implementing personalised care plans.
- Treatment Delivery: Administer and monitor prescribed treatments, including medication-assisted therapies, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, prison staff, and external agencies, to provide holistic care.
- Health Promotion & Education: Deliver health education and advice to service users, promoting recovery and well-being.
- Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with legal and professional standards.
- Safeguarding & Risk Management: Identify and address safeguarding concerns, implementing appropriate risk management strategies.
The Ideal Candidate
Please see a list of skills and experience needed for this role below;
Essential:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC PIN.
- Minimum of one year post-registration experience.
- Experience or a keen interest in substance misuse nursing.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
- Experience in a prison or secure healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of substance misuse treatment protocols and harm reduction strategies.
- Additional qualifications or training in substance misuse or mental health nursing.