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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 LondonDuration: 3 monthsSchedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PMStart Date: ASAPRate of Pay: £27 per hour (umbrella)Contact: Cameron McCoy – /
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.
This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Cameron McCoy today at or email to apply.
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