Addiction Nurse Specialist

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

About Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver Coastal Health is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team as an Addiction Nurse. As an Addiction Nurse, you will provide direct nursing care and supportive counseling to clients who are in the process of detoxification, stabilization, and/or transitioning into other residential addiction services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct nursing care and supportive counseling to clients
  • Work effectively with challenging clients to maintain a safe environment
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to achieve excellence in client-centered care and education
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans to meet the unique needs of clients
  • Provide education and support to clients and their families on addiction and recovery
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of addiction services

Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives
  • Two years' recent, related clinical experience providing treatment services to individuals with mental health and/or substance use concerns
  • Valid BC Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the principles of recovery and trauma-informed practice
  • Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family-centered model of care
  • Knowledge of BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice
  • General knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-Based Care
  • Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety
  • Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

VCH is a great place to work, with a culture of teamwork, compassion, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health, and dental, as well as a municipal pension plan. We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and leadership development programs.



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