Registered Nurse; Rn), Coordinated Access, Mental Health And Substance Use Stabilization

Position: REGISTERED NURSE (RN), COORDINATED ACCESS, MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE STABILIZATION
Position Summary
We are seeking caring and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our health care team. If you are a conscientious and well-organized Nurse, with a strong commitment to the care and well-being of others, don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity!

In accordance with the vision, mission and strategic priories of Northern Health and the idealized system of substance use stabilization services, where people and their families receive a menu of service options to support their substance use related goals, the Coordinated Access Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Nursing activities focus upon enhancing individuals’ ability to improve their health through the development of holistic, person centered, culturally sensitive and recovery-oriented plans of care.

Reporting to the Program Lead or designate, the Nurse is responsible for providing competent, ethical, and culturally safe Tele-Care nursing in accordance, legislative requirements, operational policies, and clinical guidelines. They utilize care protocols, standards, and guidelines in arriving at their decisions. They work in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team including cultural support workers and partnering Indigenous organizations.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, 09:00 to 20:12 (rotating)

Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out where there is always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.

• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions

• Employee referral program

• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)

• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas

• High school/college/university transcripts etc.

• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualfications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN or RPN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

• Minimum two years recent, related clinical nursing experience in nursing and/or mental health and substance use settings, including experience developing and providing formal education to patients, families, the public or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Certified Practice Opioid Use Disorder (CP-OUD)

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to complete initial and ongoing individual assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate / prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families, the public, medical staff, and members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written and computer communication means.

• Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem solve effectively.

• Ability to promote individual-focused care that demonstrates care for with with individuals and significant…