Nurse, Mental Health Nurse

The Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care, health assessments, and clinical support to students accessing the KOBE Safe Sober Site. Working within a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and student-centered approach, the Nurse promotes the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of students while supporting harm reduction, stabilization, and recovery. They will work collaboratively with the Safe Sober Site team, including Youth Residential Workers, the Crisis Worker, the Knowledge Keeper, and community health partners to assess health needs, coordinate care, provide health education, and facilitate referrals to appropriate medical and community services.

The Nurse contributes to creating a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment that promotes student wellness and success.

1 pm – 9 pm, weekdays.

• Current registration and in good standing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the applicable provincial regulatory body.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, working with youth, Indigenous communities, mental health, addictions, community health, or emergency care.

• Conduct nursing assessments of students experiencing mental health concerns, including suicidal ideation or self-harm risk, and collaborate with the Crisis Worker, healthcare providers, and emergency services to ensure appropriate intervention and continuity of care. Assess students for signs of intoxication, withdrawal, illness, injury, or other medical concerns, and determine the appropriate course of action in collaboration with the Safe Sober Site team.
• Administer and distribute prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders, organizational policies, and professional nursing standards.
• Monitor students’ health status during their stay at the Safe Sober Site and respond appropriately to changes in their condition.
• Coordinate referrals and transportation to hospitals, community health centers, mental health services, and other healthcare providers when required.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records, medication administration records, and clinical documentation.
• Provide health education to students on topics such as wellness, medication management, substance use, harm reduction, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with the Crisis Worker, Knowledge Keeper, Youth Residential Workers, and other KOBE staff to develop and implement student-centered support plans.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and discharge planning to support continuity of care.
• Maintain infection prevention and control practices and ensure medical supplies and equipment are appropriately stocked and maintained.
• Participate in on-call or emergency response procedures as required.
• Perform the duties and responsibilities of the position to the best of their
• Adhere to relevant legislation, as well as KOBE policies and
• Protect the confidentiality and proprietary information of the company, its employees, and students.
• Maintain respectful and collaborative working relationships with co-workers, students, and
• Understand and promote the KOBE’s mission and
• Uphold and advocate for the KOBE’s values and ethical
• Maintain a safe work environment, ensuring the safety of themselves and
• Always present a positive and professional image of KOBE
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

• Experience conducting health assessments, medication administration, and clinical documentation.
• Knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and culturally safe healthcare practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization and intergenerational trauma on Indigenous…