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float nurse

Posted on December 03, 2024 by Employer details Ontario Addiction Treatment Centres (OATC)

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*Division*: Ontario Addiction Treatment Centres *Location*: Thunder Bay, ON. The candidate will be required to travel to the clinics located in Thunder Bay North (119 Cumberland Street, North Thunder Bay Ontario, P7A 4M3), Thunder Bay Westfort (218 Frederica St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 3W2), Thunder Bay South (125 Vickers St S, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 1J2), Thunder Bay Red River (6 ? 843 Red River Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 1K3). *Job Type*: Full-Time Permanent *Pay: *Starting at $27.74 + $1.00 per hour stipend + mileage for travel *Reference ID*:001-OATC-1792 *Union: *This position is represented by U.F.C.W. Local 175. Come join our growing organization as a part of a high performing CARE team who are committed to changing the lives of people suffering from addiction! *WHAT YOU?LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:* *AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE CARE:* *C*ompassion*| A*ccountability *| R*espect *| E*xcellence * *Wellness *? Benefits including Healthcare Spending Account, Employment Assistance Program, Discounted GoodLife Fitness memberships, Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement and mental health. * *Work/Life Balance *- Family-Friendly Shifts, No Long Hours, No Overnight Shifts * *Career Development *- Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and Access to 100+ courses within the Company?s Learning Management System. * *Preparation for the Future* ? Retirement Savings Plan * *Employee Recognition* - Service Recognition Program *ABOUT THE POSITION:* The Float Nurse will travel regionally with the flexibility to work within a delegated model for patients on opioid agonist treatment within a clinic environment. The Float Nurse will be utilized as expert coverage for staffing shortages within a designated territory. The Float Nurse will participate in regular on-site visits to assist, support and complete bloodwork, ECGs and immunizations will be a critical part of the role. *YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Provides professional services to multiple regional locations * Operates professionally, ethically and with integrity within the guidelines and standards of the Ontario College of Nurses and adheres to the highest standards of medical practice * Dispense and administer medications (including methadone, suboxone, narcotics, and injections) as delegated by a licensed Physician. * Collaborates with members of an interdisciplinary team to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate the appropriate treatment plans to support the patient. * Performs ECG?s, venipuncture, urine drug screening supervision and testing and other vitals * Administers injections and ensures proper documentation of injection numbers consistent with documented protocols * Responsible for the return of medication bottles, and medication tracking sheets * Communicates with Physician regarding patient needs, change in status and all emergency situations including medical abnormalities * Provides comprehensive program information to current and prospective patients of CATC * Scheduling, information entry and assessment, data management, and document management * Update, maintain and ensure accuracy of patient information within Electronic Medical Records *WHAT YOU?LL NEED TO HAVE:* * 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. * Ability to travel and access to personal vehicle. * A member in good standing with the College of Nurses in Ontario. * Completes yearly CNO Quality Assurance certification. * Provision of a recent and acceptable Criminal Reference Check. * Phlebotomy and Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) are an asset. * Current First Aid and CPR Certification is required. * Strong commitment to working with individuals living with addiction and mental health. * Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with patients. * Knowledge of Harm Reduction principles; ability to work with clients experiencing ad