Alcohol Specialist Nurse
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £38,682.00 to £46,580.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £38682.00 - £46580.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 February 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV2 2DX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9218-26-0095 |
Summary
Clinical Work without direct supervision to maintain appropriate working relationships with both internal and external healthcare agencies e.g., community alcohol services and GP practices Use validated screening tools to identify levels of health risk in relation to patients alcohol use and offer appropriate intervention/referral when necessary. Admit and discharge patients from caseload in liaison with Band 7 Assess patient needs and plan appropriate specialist nursing care in an appropriate environment, in agreement with the individual patient and in liaison with Band 7 Document and maintain accurate records in line with Caldicott guidelines Act in support of colleagues as a resource to improve the management of problem and dependent drinkers. Collaborate in the provision of advice and support to other health care professionals and external agencies including Primary Care Services, including social care and housing. Perform venepuncture Perform baseline observations Develop skills to take accurate alcohol histories For further details of the role please see the attached job description.