Job DescriptionAre you looking for a rewarding new opportunity that helps improve people's lives?
We are recruiting for a Registered Nurse to join our fantastic team in Stoke on Trent.
This role is fixed term for 12 months until March 2026.We need your passion and dedication to help us change the lives of the people we support.
You will be part of a dynamic team who will value your input and ideas.
Our clients will be benefit from your clinical skill set, experience and knowledge as you empower them to overcome their personal challenges.
We truly believe that education is a powerful tool, we are continuously learning how our clients want to be supported and reflecting on ways to improve our services.This is an extremely rewarding role, one from which you will have the opportunity to be part of a patients journey from end to end.
We are certain this role will remind you of why you chose nursing as a career pathway.As our Substance Misuse Nurse based in Stoke on Trent, you will provide a range of Health and Wellbeing, and harm reduction interventions to our clients in accordance with the agreed model of service delivery.
You will deliver high standards of nursing care to substance misusers and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.This role is full time and fixed term until March 2026.
The salary for this role is £26,880 - £36,225 per annum.Main ResponsibilitiesYou will be an advocate for our clients, working closely with them to identify the physical, psychological, spiritual and social support they need.
You will work flexibly providing a high standard of nursing care in a variety of settings, promoting the health and well-being of clients whilst maintaining a safe, caring and therapeutic environment.
This role will role have an emphasis on Hepatitis C treatment and BBV testing and treatment.
As a Substance Misuse Nurse you will participate as an active member of the nursing and multi-disciplinary teams, being accountable for your practice, and working in partnership with other health care professionals and others in the delivery of care.Required SkillsEssential Criteria Registered Nurse with Valid registration via the NMCDemonstrable experience of comprehensive assessment of need including risk assessmentsKnowledge of safe storage, handling and administration of drugs in particular controlled drugsKnowledge and understanding of NMC code of conductKnowledge of risk assessment and management and its implementationUnderstanding of the roles, responsibilities and structures of agencies involved in responding to drug and alcohol issuesDemonstrable ability to work constructively with a wide variety of groups and individuals in a range of settings and work rolesStrong communication skills, both verbal and written A full description can be provided upon request.About The CompanyEveryone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health.At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that's staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether.
We give people support in a way that's right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online.We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year.
We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support.We Are With You.As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff.
We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role.
With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role.If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.#IND HPBenefitsCompetitive salary28 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysAn extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choiceEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave2 days paid volunteer leave per yearAuto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension schemeAccess to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brandsFlexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeingWe have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role!
Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make.
Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years' worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Additional InformationAll applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role.
Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.