Pay: £27.76 – £31.57 per hour
Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle | Immediate start available
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Substance Misuse Nurse looking to make a real difference in your community? Join Newcross Healthcare and become part of a team that puts people at the heart of everything we do.
We’re hiring experienced Substance Misuse Nurses to join us in a 3-6 month temporary position, working 37.5 hours per week.
Shift patterns: 7am-4pm, 8am-5pm or 7am-9pm*Please note, previous prison experience and valid Prison Clearance are essential for this role. We are not able to obtain clearance for staff.*What you’ll do:
Provide high-quality person-centred nursing care to individuals experiencing substance misuse.
Complete clinical and risk assessments and develop individual care plans.
Deliver harm reduction, recovery and health & wellbeing interventions.
Support clinics, health education, BBV testing, vaccinations and detox programmes.
Safely administer and supervise medication, including control drugs.
Uphold the highest standards of patient safety, dignity and respect.
Maintain strong safeguarding and security awareness within the prison environment.What we’re looking for:
Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (RN)
At least 6 months of post-qualification experience in a UK-based care setting
Experience in substance misuse is essential.
Previous experience in a prison / secure healthcare setting is essential.
Valid Prison Clearance.
Confidence in carrying out clinical and risk assessments.
Knowledge of medication management and the safe handling of controlled drugs.
Strong understanding of substance misuse, drug and alcohol treatment, harm reduction and recovery interventions.
Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills.Why join Newcross?
At Newcross Healthcare, we live by our core values:
Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching
Respect: Every voice matters, and every person counts
Empathy: Compassionate hearts deliver exceptional care
Teamwork: Great care is never delivered alone These values guide our recruitment process and shape the way we support our colleagues and clients every day.
What we offer:
Competitive hourly rates: £27.76 – £31.57 per hour
Instant pay with Same day pay – get paid up to 50% of your shift value instantly
Free training, clinical support and career development opportunities
Access to a supportive community of healthcare professionals Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply today and help us deliver care that truly matters.
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Salary description
£27.76 - £31.57 per hour