Registered Nurse for Substance Use Support
4 weeks ago
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will deliver compassionate care and support to individuals facing significant challenges related to poly-substance use and complex health conditions. Your role will encompass both independent and collaborative efforts to assist clients exploring pharmaceutical alternatives to harmful substances.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver comprehensive care, assessment, and advocacy for clients dealing with substance use, mental health, and general wellness.
- Implement harm reduction strategies through education, distribution of essential supplies, and overdose prevention initiatives.
- Engage with clients and the multidisciplinary team to formulate and uphold personalized care plans.
- Facilitate education and provide referrals tailored to the unique needs of each participant.
- Conduct screenings and assessments, and administer medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborate with community partners to ensure integrated support for program participants.
- Participate actively in team meetings, training sessions, and community engagement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and a designation from an accredited institution.
- A minimum of 2-3 years of nursing experience, particularly with individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges.
- Experience in supervised consumption or overdose prevention services is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of substance use disorders and treatment options.
- Commitment to social justice, anti-racism, and trauma-informed care practices.
- Understanding of public health and equity-focused models of care.
- Dedication to harm reduction principles.
- Awareness of systemic barriers affecting health and well-being.
- Expertise in primary care, harm reduction, and health promotion.
- Commitment to providing person-centered healthcare services.
SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES
- Physical capability to perform job duties and operate necessary equipment.
- Ability to build and maintain respectful relationships with clients.
- Skill in observing and identifying subtle changes in client conditions.
- Strong advocacy and networking abilities.
- Capacity to work autonomously and as part of a diverse team.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Organizational skills to prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Proficiency in using technology for documentation and reporting.
- Experience in conflict resolution and non-violent crisis intervention.
POSITION DETAILS
- Compensation: Aligned with BCNU pay grid, RN Level 3 and LPN Level 1.
- Work Schedule: Flexible casual hours available throughout the week.
- Union Environment: This role operates within a unionized setting.
- Pension Contributions: The organization contributes to your pension plan.
- Additional Benefits: This position includes extra compensation in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays.
- Vaccination Proof: Required for employment.
- Work hours and assignments may vary.
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