London, Greater London, England
Health, Nursing
Contract | Full Time
ASAP
09/04/2025
07/05/2025
xciting Opportunity: Band 6 CPN - Drug & Alcohol/Addictions Team
We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!
Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse (Band 6) Location: SE London Duration: 3 months Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM Start Date: ASAP Rate of Pay: £27 per hour (umbrella)
What You'll Be Doing: Join a dedicated Drug and Alcohol/Addictions team as a Band 6 CPN, supporting service users with substance misuse and complex mental health needs. Your key responsibilities will include:
✔ Managing a caseload of clients with dual diagnosis presentations ✔ Delivering person-centred, recovery-focused care plans ✔ Conducting assessments and providing evidence-based interventions ✔ Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies ✔ Supporting harm-reduction strategies and relapse prevention ✔ Monitoring mental and physical health, including administering medication ✔ Safeguarding and risk management
Requirements & Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will need:
✔ A valid NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN) ✔ Experience in addiction/substance misuse or dual diagnosis settings ✔ Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills ✔ Excellent communication and team-working abilities ✔ Ability to work autonomously and within MDTs ✔ A full UK driver's license is preferred but not essential
Working Hours & Contract Duration: This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM. Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension based on service needs and performance.
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