Addiction Nurse Specialist

3 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Health Careers in Sask Full time

**Company Overview**


Health Careers in Sask is a leading provider of healthcare services, dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our clients. We are seeking a skilled Addiction Nurse Specialist to join our team in Saskatoon.



Salary


The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of $42,040 to $52,440 per year, commensurate with experience.



Job Description


As an Addiction Nurse Specialist, you will be responsible for providing direct nursing care to clients accessing mental health and addiction services in various community settings. Your expertise will be instrumental in identifying and accessing the most appropriate care plan for clients, utilizing the Provincial Addiction Clinical Model and DSM-4R.


You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to provide nursing support to clients with psychiatric, substance abuse, medical, and detoxification issues. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to work independently will be vital in this role.


Additionally, you will provide information and education to various healthcare professionals across the province, using evidence-based models such as the Motivational Assessment Process and the Transtheoretical Model of Change.



Required Skills and Qualifications



  1. Master's degree in Nursing or a related field
  2. Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
  3. Experience working in addiction and mental health services
  4. Strong knowledge of the Provincial Addiction Clinical Model and DSM-4R
  5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


Benefits



  • Opportunity to work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Professional development opportunities


Others


Health Careers in Sask is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and compassionate professional looking to make a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



Travel Requirements


This position requires travel to various community sites, including Lighthouse and Brief and Social Detox.



Education


You will require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or equivalent, as well as a Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) and Nursing diploma.



Competencies



  • Critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office programs
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills


Knowledge and Abilities



  • Knowledge of harm reduction in Addictions Medicine
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Demonstrated high degree of accuracy in assigned responsibility
  • Knowledge of mental health and addictions and concurrent medical conditions


Other Information


For more information on the city of Saskatoon, please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/.



Human Resources Exemption


No



Job Summary


This position provides services within the community and will support multiple community sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing direct nursing care to clients accessing mental health and addiction services in various community settings.


Familiarity with mental health disorders, substance abuse disorders, and withdrawal management strategies, as well as provincial resources available to assist in identifying and accessing the most appropriate care plan for clients.


Triages and provides nursing support to clients with psychiatric, substance abuse, medical and detoxification issues in various health care settings.


Provides information/education to a wide variety of disciplines across the province using Motivational Assessment Process, Provincial Addiction Clinical Model, DSM- 4R and Transtheoretical Model of Change to assist in appropriate triaging of clients needing mental health and addiction services.


This position provides services within the community and will support multiple community sites including Lighthouse and Brief and Social Detox.



Field Hours


Yes



Salary or Pay Band


Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440



Shift Information


Days, Evenings, Weekends



Relief


No



Float


No



Travel Required


Yes



Job Summary


This position provides services within the community and will support multiple community sites including Lighthouse and Brief and Social Detox.


Health Careers in Sask is a leading provider of healthcare services, dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our clients. We are seeking a skilled Addiction Nurse Specialist to join our team in Saskatoon.



Company Overview


Health Careers in Sask is a leading provider of healthcare services, dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our clients.




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