Alcohol Clinical Nurse Specialist Full Time

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The Alcohol Care Team are looking for an enthusiastic nurse with a passion for supporting patients with alcohol-related conditions who will contribute to the ongoing development of the service.

The Alcohol Care Team delivers a 7-day specialist liaison service across the hospital, providing specialist advice and evidence-based interventions for patients with alcohol-related conditions.

You will support patients to access community services while working closely with referrers, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure continuity and coordination of care.

A key aspect of the role involves advocating for patients, ensuring their needs, preferences and voices are respected and central within care planning and decision-making processes.

You will facilitate education and training for healthcare professionals, focusing on alcohol identification and screening, brief interventions, reducing stigma associated with alcohol use disorder and alcohol-related harm and alcohol withdrawal.

The team is continuing to evolve to meet the standards set by the Alcohol Care Team Innovation and Optimisation Network (ACTION).

Applicants are encouraged to contact the team lead for an informal discussion to gain further insight into the role and service before applying.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
• Degree qualification, 120 credits at L6 or possess an equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant specialist training, experience or portfolio
• Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or evidence assessed to be of equivalent experience, demonstrating support to a range of learners in practice. Provide evidence of both supporting a range of learners in practice and supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive post registration experience within specialist area.
• Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service.
• Understanding of personal accountability.

Desirable criteria

• Counselling qualification
• Registered on MSc Pathway – completion of HTPA Competencies
• Palliative care course
• IT training
• Change Management, clinical practice development.
• Multidisciplinary team working.
• Post registration qualification within area of speciality.

Skills and competencies

Essential criteria

• Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
• Communication
• Critical thinking
• General IT skills
• Negotiation skills
• Organisational skills
• Time management
• Prioritisation

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together