Substance Misuse Nurse

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Full time
Location: Peterborough
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Job offered by: NHS
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Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at HMP Peterborough in the Integrated Substance Misuse Team. We are looking for an individual who possesses a caring, positive attitude and is dedicated and conscientious. Good communication abilities, compassion, and organisational skills are paramount. The candidates will have the ability to lead by example and work well in a team. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential. HMP Peterborough is a local Category B prison. It is England's only dual purpose-built prison for men and women, including a mother and baby unit, who are kept separate at all times. The prison is located in the city of Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, and accommodates up to 360 female and 868 adult male prisoners. We are a warm and friendly team who pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of care. The successful candidates will benefit from an extensive supernumerary induction period, alongside regular supervision and appraisals and be encouraged to undertake training. In addition to the benefits offered under the NHS terms and conditions of service, this post additionally attracts a Recruitment and Retention incentive of £5000 for the successful applicant/s paid over the first 18 months of employment (given probation/supervision standards are met). Please note incentive payments are not applicable to existing NHFT substantive staff. Terms and conditions apply. Main duties of the job

The post holder will have a specialist interest in substance misuse and complete clinical observations and assessments on substance misuse patients. The post holder will ensure the provision of research-based high-quality care to patients in HMP Peterborough in accordance with local and national policies. The post holder will undertake various duties within HMP Peterborough, including acting as a responder to emergencies, screening patients in reception and on the wings, triaging patients, and holding nurse-led clinics. The post holder will demonstrate leadership qualities and always set an example to junior staff through their own behaviour and attitude. The post holder will participate in audits, research, and project work as requested. The post holder will be responsible for supervising and supporting junior staff/students and support their development and education. The post holder will develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues. About us

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development, and growth. As a

health and wellbeing organisation

here at

team NHFT , we are dedicated to continually

innovate

and

strive to make a difference

to our community and those working for our Trust. We aim to serve the people of Northamptonshire and surrounding areas with

safe, quality care . We deliver this from an understanding of our local healthcare needs, economy, and the changing demands of our community. Here at NHFT, we pride ourselves on our 54321 roadmap, which encompasses our

PRIDE values ,

leadership behaviours ,

teams ,

enablers , and

our mission

all of which are driven by

our vision of 'being a leading provider of outstanding, compassionate care'.

We are extremely proud to say this has also been recognised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and our CQC rating of

Outstanding for team NHFT . Our core strategy is to be an

employer of choice ,

a great place to work

and be known for a

diverse and inclusive culture

whose staff feel

valued . We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health, and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics, and patients' own homes. Job responsibilities

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health, and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools. We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. Person Specification

Application Criteria

One Year hospital experience Substance Misuse knowledge/experience RCGP 1 Prison/secured services setting experience RCGP 2 Substance misuse level 3 qualifications or equivalent Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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