Job overview
Identify patients with increasing risk drinking behaviour to reduce admissions or attendance to Accident and Emergency (A+E).
To attend A+E and Emergency Floor to give Alcohol Brief Intervention Advice (ABIA) to those present with alcohol related issues or attendances.
Identify those who are alcohol dependant and are seeking detoxification and rehab in a community setting and refer.
Identify those who have a medical need for detox and monitor and support on the wards with timely referral on to community support services.
Give support to friends and family of problem drinkers and signpost to services.
Liaise with appropriate services such as Mental Health and homelessness services.
Liaise with wards and provide teaching to staff regarding alcohol misuse and follow up patients admitted from the assessment areas.
Coordinate holistic packages of care through appropriate liaison with other members of the MDT.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities.
Person specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential criteria
1. NMC registration
2. Teaching Certification.
3. Ability to present.
Desirable criteria
4. Up to date working knowledge of the evidence base regarding effective practice, and ability to demonstrate a high level of skill in a range of psychosocial and/or prescribing interventions appropriate to the needs of this client group
5. Up to date working knowledge of current developments in the drug/alcohol field and related aspects of general / mental health, including research and audit.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
6. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
7. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
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Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications