Substance Misuse Nurse – Locum (Brighton)

About the role

Join a specialist team in Brighton as a Substance Misuse Nurse on a locum basis. This 2‑month block booking offers a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility to work within a vibrant coastal city while developing expertise in addiction care.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical and mental health assessments for service users.
• Safely manage alcohol and opioid detoxification processes.
• Provide health education, blood‑borne virus screening and vaccination administration.
• Facilitate community‑based detox programmes and deliver wound care.
• Offer psychosocial interventions and support structured recovery planning.
• Maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary professionals.

Required profile

• Registered Nurse with experience in substance misuse or addiction services.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

• Detoxification management for alcohol and opioids.
• Blood‑borne virus screening.
• Vaccination administration.
• Wound care.

What we offer

• £33.00 per hour rate.
• 2‑month block booking with potential extension.
• Flexible locum shifts to suit personal lifestyle.
• Specialist experience in substance misuse services.
• Opportunity to enjoy Brighton’s vibrant culture and seaside environment.