Float Nurse

Division : Ontario Addiction Treatment Centre

Location : Ottawa

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Pay: Starting at $27.74 + mileage for travel + $1.00 per hour stipend + weekend premiums

Reference ID : 001-OATC-1664

Union: This position is represented by U.F.C.W. Local 175.

Come join our growing organization as a part of a high performing CARE team who are committed to changing the lives of people suffering from addiction

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:
AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE CARE:

C ompassion A ccountability R espect E xcellence
Wellness - Benefits including Healthcare Spending Account, Employment Assistance Program, Discounted GoodLife Fitness memberships, Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement and mental health.
Work/Life Balance - Family-Friendly Shifts, No Long Hours, No Overnight Shifts
Career Development - Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and Access to 100+ courses within the Company's Learning Management System.
Preparation for the Future - Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Recognition - Service Recognition Program

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Float Nurse will travel regionally with the flexibility to work within a delegated model for patients on opioid agonist treatment within a clinic environment. The Float Nurse will be utilized as expert coverage for staffing shortages within a designated territory. The Float Nurse will participate in regular on-site visits to assist, support and complete bloodwork, ECGs and immunizations will be a critical part of the role.

YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides professional services to multiple regional locations
Operates professionally, ethically and with integrity within the guidelines and standards of the Ontario College of Nurses and adheres to the highest standards of medical practice
Dispense and administer medications (including methadone, suboxone, narcotics, and injections) as delegated by a licensed Physician.
Collaborates with members of an interdisciplinary team to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate the appropriate treatment plans to support the patient.
Performs ECG's, venipuncture, urine drug screening supervision and testing and other vitals
Administers injections and ensures proper documentation of injection numbers consistent with documented protocols
Responsible for the return of medication bottles, and medication tracking sheets
Communicates with Physician regarding patient needs, change in status and all emergency situations including medical abnormalities
Provides comprehensive program information to current and prospective patients of CATC
Scheduling, information entry and assessment, data management, and document management
Update, maintain and ensure accuracy of patient information within Electronic Medical Records

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE:
Completion of a Diploma in Registered Practical Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Previous experience in addiction treatment and/or a similar field.
Ability to travel and access to personal vehicle.
A member in good standing with the College of Nurses in Ontario.
Completes yearly CNO Quality Assurance certification.
Provision of a recent and acceptable Criminal Reference Check.
Phlebotomy and Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) are an asset.
Current First Aid and CPR Certification is required.
Strong commitment to working with individuals living with addiction and mental health.
Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with patients.
Knowledge of Harm Reduction principles; ability to work with clients experiencing addiction and mental illness and their families.
Proficiency in using Microsoft platform, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At the Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres, we strive to be leaders in the industry by creating access to best-in-class treatment to the communities that we serve. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals living with the devastating effects of drug addiction. We apply a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach and strive to provide quality of care and patient experience, while providing an encouraging, compassionate and judgement-free care environment. Each of our clinics offers integrated medical and pharmacy services specifically designed to engage patients in a manner that promotes the development of a strong therapeutic relationship between the patient and his/her CARE team.

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_Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code._

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $27.74 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:
French not required
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift

Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
CNO Membership (required)

Work Location: In person

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