Float Nurse

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC); Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in addiction treatment as a Float Nurse, providing essential care and support to patients in a clinic environment. This role involves administering medications, collaborating with healthcare teams, and maintaining patient records, all while promoting a compassionate approach to care. The position offers full-time hours with a competitive pay rate and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Wellness – Employment Assistance Program

Discounted GoodLife Fitness memberships

Family-Friendly Shifts

Retirement Savings Plan

Service Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Good standing with the College of Nurses in Ontario.
• Annual CNO Quality Assurance certification required.
• Training in Phlebotomy and ECG is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional services to multiple regional locations.
• Administer medications as delegated by a licensed Physician.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Communication

Therapeutic Relationship Building

Education

Diploma in Registered Practical Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Division

: Ontario Addiction Treatment Centres

Location

: Thunder Bay, ON

Job Type

: Full-Time Temporary (temp end date: July 7, 2025)

Week 1

:
Monday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Week 2

:
Monday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm

Pay

: $30.00 per hour + mileage for travel

Reference ID

: 001-OATC-1949

Union

: This position is represented by U.F.C.W. Local 175.

Join Our Growing Organization

as part of a high-performing CARE team committed to changing lives affected by addiction!

What You’ll Love About Catc

:
AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE CARE:
Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Excellence

• Wellness – Employment Assistance Program, Discounted GoodLife Fitness memberships
• 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, working within a delegated model for patients on opioid agonist treatment in a clinic environment. The role involves providing expert coverage for staffing shortages within a designated territory, participating in regular on-site visits, and assisting with bloodwork, ECGs, and immunizations.

Your Duties And Responsibilities

:

• Provide professional services to multiple regional locations
• Operate ethically and with integrity according to the Ontario College of Nurses standards
• Administer medications (methadone, suboxone, narcotics, injections) as delegated by a licensed Physician
• Collaborate with healthcare team to plan and evaluate treatment
• Perform ECGs, venipuncture, drug screening, and other vitals
• Administer injections and document properly
• Manage medication tracking and return of medication bottles
• Communicate with Physicians regarding patient needs and emergencies
• Provide program information to patients
• Handle scheduling, data, and document management
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records

What You’ll Need To Have

:

• Diploma in Registered Practical Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Experience in addiction treatment or similar field
• Ability to travel and access to personal vehicle
• Good standing with the College of Nurses in Ontario
• Annual CNO Quality Assurance certification
• Recent Criminal Reference Check
• Training in Phlebotomy and ECG is an asset
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Strong commitment to working with individuals with addiction and mental health issues
• Ability to establish therapeutic relationships
• Knowledge of Harm Reduction principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

About The Company

At Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres, we aim to lead in providing accessible, evidence-based addiction treatment. Our multidisciplinary approach emphasizes quality care, patient experience, and a compassionate environment. Our clinics integrate medical and pharmacy services to foster strong therapeutic relationships.

Visit www.canatc.ca for more information!

We are committed to inclusivity and providing accommodations for all applicants in accordance with AODA and the Ontario Human Rights Code.