Alcohol Specialist Nurse inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
THU 25 JUL 2024
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Alcohol Care Team, based at North Manchester general Hospital ( NMGH) in a full-time role for a 6 month secondment fixed term post.
The Alcohol Care Team (ACT) consists of a small team of specialist nurses, working across all wards and department NMGH. The service is currently operating Monday to Friday 08:00-1800, with a view to increasing to 7 days. You will be expected to be able to work autonomously within this small team, and in partnership with the wider MFT Alcohol Care Teams, Multi-disciplinary Teams, and Community Substance Misuse Services. The team provides clinical expertise and knowledge relating to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients attending or admitted to NMGH with Alcohol-use Disorders or alcohol related harm.
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialized field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
This role will require some cross site working to 2 other sites Wythenshawe and MRI which currently have functioning Alcohol Care Teams
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialised field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tessa T A Manjuran Job title: Service Lead Nurse- Alcohol Care Teams, MFT Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact: Tessa T A Manjuran : Service Lead Alcohol Care Teams, MFT , ,
Or
Sarah Craggs : Lead Alcohol Specialist Nurse ,uk,
The Alcohol Care Team (ACT) consists of a small team of specialist nurses, working across all wards and department NMGH. The service is currently operating Monday to Friday 08:00-1800, with a view to increasing to 7 days. You will be expected to be able to work autonomously within this small team, and in partnership with the wider MFT Alcohol Care Teams, Multi-disciplinary Teams, and Community Substance Misuse Services. The team provides clinical expertise and knowledge relating to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients attending or admitted to NMGH with Alcohol-use Disorders or alcohol related harm.
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialized field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
This role will require some cross site working to 2 other sites Wythenshawe and MRI which currently have functioning Alcohol Care Teams
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialised field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tessa T A Manjuran Job title: Service Lead Nurse- Alcohol Care Teams, MFT Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact: Tessa T A Manjuran : Service Lead Alcohol Care Teams, MFT , ,
Or
Sarah Craggs : Lead Alcohol Specialist Nurse ,uk,
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Alcohol Care Team, based at North Manchester general Hospital ( NMGH) in a full-time role for a 6 month secondment fixed term post.
The Alcohol Care Team (ACT) consists of a small team of specialist nurses, working across all wards and department NMGH. The service is currently operating Monday to Friday 08:00-1800, with a view to increasing to 7 days. You will be expected to be able to work autonomously within this small team, and in partnership with the wider MFT Alcohol Care Teams, Multi-disciplinary Teams, and Community Substance Misuse Services. The team provides clinical expertise and knowledge relating to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients attending or admitted to NMGH with Alcohol-use Disorders or alcohol related harm.
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialized field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
This role will require some cross site working to 2 other sites Wythenshawe and MRI which currently have functioning Alcohol Care Teams
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialised field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tessa T A Manjuran Job title: Service Lead Nurse- Alcohol Care Teams, MFT Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact: Tessa T A Manjuran : Service Lead Alcohol Care Teams, MFT , ,
Or
Sarah Craggs : Lead Alcohol Specialist Nurse ,uk,
The Alcohol Care Team (ACT) consists of a small team of specialist nurses, working across all wards and department NMGH. The service is currently operating Monday to Friday 08:00-1800, with a view to increasing to 7 days. You will be expected to be able to work autonomously within this small team, and in partnership with the wider MFT Alcohol Care Teams, Multi-disciplinary Teams, and Community Substance Misuse Services. The team provides clinical expertise and knowledge relating to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients attending or admitted to NMGH with Alcohol-use Disorders or alcohol related harm.
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialized field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
This role will require some cross site working to 2 other sites Wythenshawe and MRI which currently have functioning Alcohol Care Teams
The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialised field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.
The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tessa T A Manjuran Job title: Service Lead Nurse- Alcohol Care Teams, MFT Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact: Tessa T A Manjuran : Service Lead Alcohol Care Teams, MFT , ,
Or
Sarah Craggs : Lead Alcohol Specialist Nurse ,uk,
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To work as an Alcohol Specialist Nurse in the UK, you will need a combination of clinical skills, knowledge, and personal attributes. Here are some essential skills and qualifications for this role:
Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: You must be a registered nurse (RN) with a valid license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK.
2. Specialist Training: Additional training or qualifications in addiction nursing, mental health, or substance misuse can be beneficial.
3. Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in CPD to stay updated on the latest practices and guidelines in addiction care.
Skills:
1. Clinical Skills: Proficiency in physical health assessment and understanding of addiction-related health issues.
2. Psychosocial Assessment: Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health and substance use histories.
3. Intervention Skills: Knowledge of addiction treatment modalities, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and relapse prevention strategies.
4. Medication Management: Understanding of pharmacology related to alcohol dependence and withdrawal protocols, including the use of medications like benzodiazepines, naltrexone, and acamprosate.
5. Care Planning: Skills in formulating and implementing individualized care plans based on patients' needs.
6. Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills to build trust with patients and their families, as well as effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.
7. Crisis Intervention: Ability to recognize and manage acute situations, including withdrawal symptoms and co-occurring mental health disorders.
8. Advocacy and Support: Strong advocacy skills for individuals with alcohol dependency and the ability to navigate them through various services.
9. Cultural Competence: Awareness of the diverse backgrounds of patients and their specific cultural needs related to substance use.
Personal Attributes:
1. Empathy and Compassion: A genuine concern for the well-being of individuals struggling with alcohol dependency.
2. Resilience: The ability to cope with the emotional demands of working with individuals facing addiction and recovery challenges.
3. Patience: The role often requires ongoing support through difficult periods in a patient’s recovery journey.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Critical thinking and the ability to develop creative solutions to complex situations.
Additional Considerations:
- Experience: Experience in mental health, primary care, or emergency services can enhance your candidacy for this role.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant legislation and policies related to substance misuse and mental health care.
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