Registered Practical Nurse - WIMU

Reporting to the manager ofaddictions, the successful candidate would provide care to clients admitted tothe Withdrawal Management Unit according to the Practice Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario and according to the policies and procedures of Timmins and District Hospital.

Position Responsibilities:

Provide support, including the administration of medications to aid with withdrawal.

Management of infections and adverse effects from IV substance use.

Build rapport with clients and provide client-centered coaching and support.

Utilizea harm-reduction approach with clients in a non-judgmental manner.

Provide scare based on the principles of recovery, compassion, social justice and evidenced-based treatment in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Provide scare recognizing the prevalence of trauma in many people’s lives.

Mustbe willing to participate in substance related training opportunities as theyarise.

Mustbe able to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member.

Musthave the ability to communicate effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds.

Socialservices knowledge, including availability of community resources.

Mustbe organized and able to perform adequately under stress when confronted withunexpected and/or critical situations.

Perform other duties as required .

Position Requirements :

Mustbe a graduate of a diploma nursing program and possess a current Certificate of Competence issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Mustbe a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Mustbe eligible for membership with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Currentcompetency in CPR, IV therapy, Medication Administration.

Experience in providing clinical assessments and interventions in and addictions setting.

Must possess recent experience in working with clients who use substances and/ormental health disorders.

Amedical background and/or background in working with clients who use substancesis considered an asset.

Must possess the ability to understand and apply nursing principles and techniquesassociated with the specific unit.

Musthave the ability to perform independently, all skills published in the Standards of Nursing Practice, by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the learning ability to achieve and maintain organizational competencies.

Experience with data entry, Windows programs, and Meditech.

Certification in the administration of Sublocade.

Demonstrated familiarity/certification of recovery-oriented approach and trauma informed care.

Demonstrates effective teamwork skills with interdisciplinary team and physician team.

Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support – HCP

Musthave the ability to communicate effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds to present information effectively both orally and in writing.

Must possess patience, understanding and tact when dealing with patients, staff,families and visitors.

Musthave physical ability to perform work requiring the lifting and transferring ofincapacitated patients.

Must possess the ability to perform adequately under stress when confronted with criticalor unexpected events.

Must maintain privacy and confidentiality as per hospital policy.

Must possess the ability to provide effective services to clients/patients in both English and French. Individuals who do not meet the language requirements ofthis post are invited to submit their résumé for future consideration.

Must possess the ability to work twelve-hour shifts, nights, and weekend tours.

Employmenthistory which demonstrates regular attendance at work.

Starting salaryof $34.84/hour; $67,938.00/year range to 36.83/hour; $71,818.50/year

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary of $34.84/hour;$67,938.00/year (As per Step 1 of the STW collective agreement.)

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