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nurse

Posted on November 28, 2024 by Employer details Canadian Addiction Treatment Centers

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*Division*: Change Healthcare *Location*: Kingston *Job Type*: Full-Time Permanent *Hours*: 38-41 hours per week *Week 1:* Monday: 6:15am ? 4:00pm Tuesday: 8:00am ? 4:00pm Wednesday: Thursday: 6:15am ? 4:00pm Friday: 6:15am ? 4:00pm *Week 2:* Monday: 6:15am ? 4:00pm Tuesday: 8:00am ? 4:00pm Wednesday: Thursday: 6:15am ? 2:00pm Friday: 8:00am ? 4:00pm Saturday: 7:45am ? 12:00pm Sunday: 8:45am ? 12:00pm *Pay*: $27.74 per hour *Reference ID*: 001-OATC-1826 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 Clinic Nurse is accountable for the development and delivery of a range of harm reduction and supportive treatment modalities for patients with opiate dependency based on a patient centered model of care. The ideal candidate is a compassionate, caring individual and who can understand the challenges our patients and their families face. As the ideal candidate you are a nurse who is able to interact with diverse and cultural clients while delivering exceptional support and treatment. Working within a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals, you have excellent communication skills, thrive on working within a team within a busy clinic work environment. *YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * 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. * 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 fa