Join the UK's Leading Provider of Alcohol & Drug Rehab Services, where we pride ourselves on offering world‑class treatment in welcoming and affordable facilities across the country.
Job Summary
Are you a bank registered nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity to work in our medically assisted treatment centre where you can dedicate time to delivering high‑quality care? Would you prefer a manageable caseload, offering you the chance to truly focus on your patients?
Benefits of Joining Our Team
* Career Progression: Amazing growth opportunities within UKAT
* Training & Development: Free access to ongoing training and development
* Birthday Off!
* Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our company pension plan
* Free On-site Parking
* Wellness Programme: 24/7 free counselling support via BUPA
* Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of retail discounts
* Employee of the Month: Earn up to £100 in monthly vouchers
* Small Client Caseload: Maximum of 18 clients
Our Core Values
* Understanding – listening, empathising, and responding to individual needs.
* Kindness – treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion.
* Accountability – taking responsibility for our actions and maintaining high standards.
* Teamwork – working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Practice in full accordance with NMC guidelines and the NMC Code of Conduct, ensuring safe, ethical, and evidence‑based care at all times
* Support the Centre Manager and Lead Nurse in developing, implementing, and reviewing clinical action plans.
* Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, person‑centred recovery and detoxification programmes.
* Conduct comprehensive client assessments, including triage, risk assessments, and structured withdrawal monitoring using tools such as COWS and CIWA‑Ar.
* Administer and manage prescribed medications, including Librium, in line with clinical protocols, monitoring effectiveness and escalating concerns appropriately.
* Provide direct clinical care and develop, implement, and review individualised treatment and detox plans.
* Act as a first responder to clinical and medical emergencies, following escalation and emergency procedures.
* Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including case notes, MAR charts, and statutory records.
* Participate in clinical audits, service reviews, and service‑user feedback to support continuous improvement.
* Support nurse inductions and provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to newly appointed staff.
* Supervise junior staff and volunteers as required, promoting safe practice and professional development.
* Ensure high standards are maintained across the clinical environment, including accommodation, cleanliness, catering, and maintenance
What We're Looking For
* Registered Nurse (RGN / RMN) with current NMC registration.
* Experience in detoxification, substance misuse, mental health, or acute clinical settings.
* Strong working knowledge of withdrawal management tools (e.g. COWS, CIWA‑Ar) and detox medications such as Librium.
* Confident in risk assessment, triage, and emergency response.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accurate clinical record‑keeping.
Desirable
* Previous experience in addiction or residential rehabilitation services.
* Experience supporting or supervising junior staff.
* Knowledge of clinical audit processes and quality improvement frameworks.
* Experience contributing to service development or action planning.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all.
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