Float Nurse

Canadian-Addiction-Treatment-Centres; Windsor; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) seeks a Float Nurse to travel regionally in Ontario, providing opioid agonist treatment support across clinics, including bloodwork, ECGs and immunizations. The Float Nurse will be deployed as expert coverage for staffing shortages in a delegated clinic model.

You will administer medications, collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team, perform ECGs and venipuncture, and ensure meticulous documentation within EMR systems across sites.

Qualifications

• Diploma in RPN or BSN required.
• Licensed in Ontario to practice nursing.
• Willingness to travel regionally and access to a personal vehicle.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Experience in addiction treatment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing services to multiple regional locations.
• Administers medications including methadone, suboxone, narcotics and injections as delegated.
• Performs ECGs, venipuncture, urine drug screening and relevant vitals.
• Maintains accurate documentation and EMR entries for patient records.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and evaluate treatment plans.
• Supports scheduling, data management and patient information updates in EMR.

Skills

Nursing

Travel readiness

Education

Diploma in Registered Practical Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

ECG

Venipuncture

Phlebotomy

Injections

EMR software

Job description

Line of Business : Outpatient Clinics, Ontario Addiction Treatment Clinics

Location : Windsor, ON (1101 University Ave W, Windsor, ON N9A 5T1, Canada)

Position Type : Permanent, Full-Time

Vacancy Status: This Posting is for a New Role

Compensation: $30.90 Per Hour

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:

AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE:

C ompassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help

A ccountability – we take responsibility for outcomes

R espect – we work well with others

E xcellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter

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
• Administer medications (including methadone, suboxone, narcotics, and injections) as delegated by a licensed Physician.
• Collaborates with members of an interdisciplinary healthcare 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 H

• 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.
• Training to perform 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 addiction and mental illness and their families.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft platform, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.

CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.

Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.

Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.

Please visit www.canatc.ca for more information!

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.