Substance Misuse Nurse – Harrogate
Are you an experienced Substance Misuse Nurse looking to make a difference in a specialist healthcare setting? Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for a dedicated Substance Misuse Nurse to join a reputable service in Harrogate on a 6-month temporary contract, with a possibility of extension. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your skills within a dynamic team and support individuals on their recovery journey.
Job Title: Substance Misuse Nurse
Position: Contract (6 months, with potential for extension)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Pay Rate: £32.00 Ltd per hour
Start Date: Immediate
Candidate Responsibilities for the Substance Misuse Nurse As a Substance Misuse Nurse, your responsibilities will include:
Delivering comprehensive assessments, care planning, and clinical interventions for clients with substance misuse needs
Acting as a senior clinical decision-maker and providing expert guidance to nursing and support staff
Supervising, mentoring, and appraising staff to support ongoing professional development
Promoting evidence-based, trauma-informed, person-centred care approaches
Collaborating with psychosocial, mental health, and physical healthcare teams to ensure integrated service delivery
Leading the development and review of clinical protocols, policies, and pathways aligned with national standards such as NICE
Participating in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities
Ensuring accurate data management via systems like SystmOne and NDTMS, maintaining compliance with CQC standards
Coordinating opioid substitution therapy (OST), including detox planning and medication reviews
Maintaining effective partnerships with prisons, community services, and stakeholders for seamless patient care
Managing workforce planning, rota management, and ensuring safe staffing levels
Upholding safeguarding, confidentiality, and information governance standards
Facilitating service user involvement and peer-led recovery initiatives
Supporting research projects, audits, and reflective practice to enhance service qualityBenefits of Working with Service Care Solutions
£250 training allowance
Dedicated specialist consultant support
Work with 1000’s of clients nationwide
Weekly payroll runs
Free candidate registrations
Referral and loyalty bonus schemes
Sign-up bonus
Free compliance checksCandidate Requirements for the Substance Misuse Nurse
NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
Experience within substance misuse services
Strong clinical decision-making and leadership skills
Knowledge of OST, detox protocols, and harm reduction strategiesHow to Apply Interested candidates should send their CV to (url removed) or call us at (phone number removed) for further information. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career as a Substance Misuse Nurse and impact lives positively.
Join us today and become part of a passionate team dedicated to improving patient outcomes