Registered Practical Nurse - Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM)
About The Position
Stonehenge Therapeutic Community provides a range of residential and community-based treatment services to individuals struggling with addiction and concurrent mental health issues. The Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM) is a specialized medical clinic designed for people who are experiencing health issues related to substance use. The services provided through RAAM clinics are intended as short-term interventions, and participant are connected back to their primary care provider upon completion of their involvement. This program is provided both in person and virtually to those residing in Waterloo and Wellington Counties. The Registered Practical Nurse – RAAM will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including Nurse Practitioners, peers and Counsellors dedicated to improving health outcomes for individuals impacted by substance use. RPN staff provide direct patient care, working within the full RPN scope of practice.
Requirements
- Practical Nursing Diploma from a CNO-recognized program
- Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) required
- Evidence of Professional practice liability insurance (minimum $2 million)
- Minimum two years of progressive experience in addictions or mental health
- One year of recent experience in withdrawal management preferred
- Knowledge of suicide prevention and crisis intervention strategies
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License, with reliable (own) transportation
- Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
- Proof of valid Ontario driver’s license (G2 or G), with a minimum of 3 years of driving experience
- Vulnerable Sector Screening check required pre-employment
- Satisfactory reference check required pre-employment
- Current First Aid and CPR certification required pre-employment
- May be required to meet occupational health and policy requirements of partner Agency locations including full COVID-19 vaccination, annual influenza vaccination and full immunization series
Nice To Haves
- Member of RPNO an asset
- Experience in inpatient or community setting preferred
- Experience in concurrent disorders or trauma informed practice an asset
- Lived experience with addictions and/or mental health an asset
- PWSG Clearance may be required at the discretion of the Agency
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate bio-psycho-social-spiritual care needs in accordance with best practices; document electronically and/or manually.
- Conduct health assessments to evaluate emotional, cognitive, and behavioural states, including crisis levels, aggression, self-harm, suicide risk, risk to others.
- Assess and manage clients with substance use disorders and co-existing conditions; complete screening tools for mental health, screening for sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
- Assess and manage substance use and substance use disorders including completion of validated scales and reviewing diagnostic criteria.
- Complete physical health assessments and focused physical health interventions e.g. wound care.
- Provide nursing interventions and treatments as ordered.
- Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate crisis interventions.
- Collect specimens (i.e. blood, urine, blood glucose) as required.
- In live-in settings, assist with management of client medications including liaising with community pharmacies, medication record reconciliation administration and documentation.
- Identify learning needs and provide health related education.
- Complete all documentation in accordance with STC policies and the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards.
- Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and contribute to collaborative care planning.
- Participation in regular team meetings.
- Provide input into program development, policy updates, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned to support program operations and client care.
- Provide support to Supportive Housing RPN team (holiday coverage).
Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- Enhanced vacation entitlement
- RRSP matching plan
- Paid wellness days available
- Enrollment in STC's health/dental plan for part time and full time staff (no employee co-pay)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
