Nurse

Kobe; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KOBE is seeking a Nurse to provide clinical care, health assessments, and support to students at the Safe Sober Site. The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally safe, and student-centered care with a focus on harm reduction and recovery support.

Working hours are 1 pm – 9 pm on weekdays. The Nurse collaborates with multifaceted teams to assess, educate, and coordinate referrals, ensuring confidentiality and respectful patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the applicable provincial regulatory body.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, working with youth, Indigenous communities, mental health, addictions, community health, or emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments of students experiencing mental health concerns and collaborate with the Crisis Worker to ensure appropriate intervention and continuity of care.
• Assess students for signs of intoxication, withdrawal, illness, injury, or other medical concerns and determine the appropriate action with the Safe Sober Site team.
• Administer and distribute prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
• Monitor students’ health status during their stay and respond to changes in condition.
• Coordinate referrals and transportation to hospitals, centres and other health providers as required.
• Maintain accurate confidential health records and clinical documentation.
• Provide health education on wellness, medication management, harm reduction, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with the Crisis Worker and other staff to develop student-centered support plans.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and discharge planning to support continuity of care.
• Maintain infection prevention practices and ensure supplies are stocked.
• Participate in on-call or emergency response procedures as required.

Skills

RN or RPN registration

Youth mental health experience

Harm reduction

Trauma-informed care

Culturally safe care

CPR and First Aid

Criminal Record Check

Driver's license

Electronic health records

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic health documentation systems

Job description

The Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care, health assessments, and clinical support to students accessing the KOBE Safe Sober Site. Working within a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and student-centered approach, the Nurse promotes the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of students while supporting harm reduction, stabilization, and recovery. They will work collaboratively with the Safe Sober Site team, including Youth Residential Workers, the Crisis Worker, the Knowledge Keeper, and community health partners to assess health needs, coordinate care, provide health education, and facilitate referrals to appropriate medical and community services. The Nurse contributes to creating a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment that promotes student wellness and success.

Working Hours:

1 pm – 9 pm, weekdays.

Qualifications:

• Current registration and in good standing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the applicable provincial regulatory body.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, working with youth, Indigenous communities, mental health, addictions, community health, or emergency care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct nursing assessments of students experiencing mental health concerns, including suicidal ideation or self-harm risk, and collaborate with the Crisis Worker, healthcare providers, and emergency services to ensure appropriate intervention and continuity of care. Assess students for signs of intoxication, withdrawal, illness, injury, or other medical concerns, and determine the appropriate course of action in collaboration with the Safe Sober Site team.
• Administer and distribute prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders, organizational policies, and professional nursing standards.
• Monitor students’ health status during their stay at the Safe Sober Site and respond appropriately to changes in their condition.
• Coordinate referrals and transportation to hospitals, community health centers, mental health services, and other healthcare providers when required.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records, medication administration records, and clinical documentation.
• Provide health education to students on topics such as wellness, medication management, substance use, harm reduction, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with the Crisis Worker, Knowledge Keeper, Youth Residential Workers, and other KOBE staff to develop and implement student-centered support plans.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and discharge planning to support continuity of care.
• Maintain infection prevention and control practices and ensure medical supplies and equipment are appropriately stocked and maintained.
• Participate in on-call or emergency response procedures as required.
• Perform the duties and responsibilities of the position to the best of their
• Adhere to relevant legislation, as well as KOBE policies and
• Protect the confidentiality and proprietary information of the company, its employees, and students.
• Maintain respectful and collaborative working relationships with co-workers, students, and
• Understand and promote the KOBE’s mission and
• Uphold and advocate for the KOBE’s values and ethical
• Maintain a safe work environment, ensuring the safety of themselves and
• Always present a positive and professional image of KOBE
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience, & Skills:

• Experience conducting health assessments, medication administration, and clinical documentation.
• Knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and culturally safe healthcare practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization and intergenerational trauma on Indigenous peoples.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is considered an asset.
• Valid Class G driver’s license and the ability to travel.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts, as required.
• Knowledge of mental health, substance use, withdrawal management, and crisis intervention.
• Ability to assess and respond appropriately to medical emergencies and determine when additional medical intervention is required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with youth.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers, community partners, and KOBE staff.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health documentation systems.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and providing culturally responsive, compassionate, and respectful care.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An ability to adjust to changes
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Is patient and caring
• Ability to focus and concentrate over lengthy periods of time
• Team player
• Self-directed
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to meet the physical and emotional demands of working within a crisis and residential support environment
• Ability to deal with tact and sound judgment in oral and written communications with staff and the public
• The ability to coordinate and organize work
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity to Indigenous peoples
• Ability to work effectively with staff, administration KOBE board, and First Nations