Support withdrawal management clients at Timmins and District Hospital using medication administration, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care. Work twelve-hour shifts, including nights and weekends.
As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will provide client-centered care in the Withdrawal Management Unit under hospital policies and Ontario nursing standards. Apply clinical assessments, interventions, IV therapy, and recovery-oriented principles while supporting clients who use substances or experience mental health disorders. Collaborate with multidisciplinary and physician teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer medications supporting withdrawal management
- Manage infections and adverse effects from intravenous substance use
- Build rapport through non-judgmental client coaching
- Provide trauma-aware, compassionate, recovery-oriented care
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Requirements:
- Diploma nursing graduate with current Ontario nursing competency certificate
- Current CPR, IV therapy, and medication administration competency
- Clinical addictions assessment and intervention experience
- Recent experience supporting substance use or mental health clients
- Basic Cardiac Life Support HCP certification
Bring nursing expertise, harm reduction, and compassionate client support to Timmins and District Hospital's Withdrawal Management Unit.
Addictions Withdrawal Management Nurse employer: Timmins
Timmins and District Hospital is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the health and well-being of its employees while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees in the Occupational Health Nurse role will benefit from opportunities for growth and advancement, all within a supportive environment that values diversity and equity. Located in Timmins, Ontario, the hospital offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of the community, ensuring that all staff feel valued and respected.
