Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 RGN/RMN Community Nurse to work within our North Tyneside Recovery Partnership (NTRP). NTRP supports those of all ages affected by substance and/or alcohol misuse.
The post holder will work directly into our Physical Health Pathway completing comprehensive physical health assessments. The role would also entail providing safe and effective interventions, monitoring of health, onward referrals, harm reduction advice and use of psycho social interventions to support service users to consider and achieve their goal.
The team consists of a well-established mix of professionals that work collaboratively to deliver individualised care. The role involves individualised clinical assessment, care planning, formulation and collaborative working across the multi-agency team.
The applicant will be expected to provide supervision to colleagues and support students.
You will work in a highly supported environment and will be provided with training opportunities to further develop your knowledge and skills.
Main duties of the job
To carry a caseload of service users with physical health needs. To promote their engagement and wellness with health services
To offer all service users an annual health check, with a recommendation for any follow up as required.
To assess and take bloods of all service users who are referred with alcohol dependency and require medically assisted detoxification. There will be a expectation of support required throughout the period of the detoxification.
Provision of vaccination including 'flu' and hepatitis B
BBV screening and referral to hepatology/infectious disease centre where required.
To offer ECG's to all service users at risk of prolonged QT interval with ongoing referral where needed.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 16th May 2023
Closing date : 30th May 2023
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 16th May 2023
Closing date : 30th May 2023
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- First Level Registration RGN/RNMH Qualification
- Continued Professional Development
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 12 months post registration experience, and completed preceptorship
- Provide evidence based therapeutic interventions
- Experience of working with service users with complex needs
- Understanding of physical health requirements
- Provide physical health interventions
Desirable
- Understanding of Substance and Alcohol Misuse
- Experience of working within drug and alcohol services
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to use IT system. Risk Assessment skills. Risk Management and Safety Planning skills. Ability to establish a rapport and demonstrate engagement skills with service users. Adaptability, flexibility, good communication skills and a commitment to multi-agency team work. Time Management skills and ability to prioritise work load.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- First Level Registration RGN/RNMH Qualification
- Continued Professional Development
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 12 months post registration experience, and completed preceptorship
- Provide evidence based therapeutic interventions
- Experience of working with service users with complex needs
- Understanding of physical health requirements
- Provide physical health interventions
Desirable
- Understanding of Substance and Alcohol Misuse
- Experience of working within drug and alcohol services
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to use IT system. Risk Assessment skills. Risk Management and Safety Planning skills. Ability to establish a rapport and demonstrate engagement skills with service users. Adaptability, flexibility, good communication skills and a commitment to multi-agency team work. Time Management skills and ability to prioritise work load.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
