Registered Practical Nurse; RPN - Withdrawal Management & Treatment Services

Job Overview

SOAR Community Services is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our Withdrawal Management & Treatment Services (WMTS) team. This is a full‑time, 36‑hour per week position with rotating day and afternoon shifts (every other weekend; no overnights). The role is based in Brantford, ON and offers a starting salary of $30.29 per hour.

• Provide direct nursing care in a bed-based withdrawal management and treatment setting.
• Conduct in‑person and telephone screening prior to admission.
• Complete comprehensive client intake assessments.
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms using evidence‑based protocols.
• Administer oral and injectable medications and document care accurately.
• Identify clients requiring a higher level of care and coordinate hospital transfers when necessary.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including Nurse Practitioners and Withdrawal Management Workers.
• Liaise with external partners such as pharmacies, hospitals, and RAAM medical teams to support continuity of care.
• Collect specimens including blood, urine, and blood glucose.
• Support medication reconciliation and maintain EMR records.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment.
• Participate in the development of collaborative discharge planning.

• Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from a CNO‑recognized program.
• Clinical experience in addictions or mental health preferred (withdrawal management experience an asset).
• Strong knowledge of CNO Standards of Practice and commitment to reflective practice.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Capacity to manage exposure to direct and vicarious trauma.

• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Vacant Position.

• Salary:
  Starting at $30.29 hourly.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and travel insurance, with full payment for full‑time staff.
• Time off: 3 weeks’ vacation, 60 hours of personal leave, and 15 hours of wellness time (pro‑rated first year).
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for staff and their families.
• RSP/TFSA matching for eligible staff.
• Supportive, values‑driven workplace that prioritizes well‑being.