Nurse; North York

Reference

001-OATC-2134

Outpatient Clinics, Ontario Addiction Treatment Clinics

North York, ON (482 Champagne Dr, North York, ON M3J 2C6)

Permanent, Part-Time

44 hours bi‑weekly (schedule details below). $29.87 per hour.

U.F.C.W. Local 175

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 compassionate, caring, and able to interact with diverse clients while delivering exceptional support and treatment. Working within a multi‑disciplinary team, the nurse must have excellent communication skills and thrive in a busy clinic environment.

• Operate professionally, ethically and with integrity within the guidelines and standards of the Ontario College of Nurses.
• Administer medications (including methadone, suboxone, narcotics, and injections) as delegated by a licensed physician.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate appropriate treatment plans.
• Perform ECGs, venipuncture, urine drug screening supervision and testing, and other vitals.
• Administer injections and document injection numbers consistently with protocols.
• Track medication bottles and medication tracking sheets.
• Communicate with physician regarding patient needs, changes in status and emergency situations.
• Provide comprehensive program information to current and prospective patients.
• Handle scheduling, information entry, assessment, data management and document management.
• Update, maintain and ensure accuracy of patient information within Electronic Medical Records.

• 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.
• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses in Ontario.
• Current CNO Quality Assurance certification.
• Recent and acceptable Criminal Reference Check.
• Training to perform phlebotomy and electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) is an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong commitment to working with individuals living with addiction and mental health.
• Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Knowledge of harm‑reduction principles and ability to work with patients and families.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

• Healthcare Spending Account and Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health.
• Discounted Good Life fitness memberships.
• Paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, mental health and bereavement.
• Professional development opportunities including CNO license reimbursement and access to 100+ courses.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP).
• Service Recognition Program.

• Week 1
  • Monday: 8:30AM – 5:30PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM – 1:00PM
  • Sunday: 8:30AM – 1:00PM
• Week 2
  • Monday: 8:30AM – 5:30PM
  • Wednesday: 8:30AM – 5:30PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM – 1:00PM
  • Sunday: 8:30AM – 1:00PM