Registered Nurse

Medavie; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 60,614 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

Medavie Health Services in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, seeks a casual nurse to perform independent client assessments, provide education, and develop case plans. The role emphasizes recovery-focused and trauma-informed care within a collaborative team.

Required are a nursing degree or diploma, 1–3 years of relevant experience, and active registration or eligibility with the PEI nursing body. The position offers on-demand shifts with day and evening coverage.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or diploma with clinical experience.
• 1–3 years nursing experience in hospital or community setting.
• Active or eligible registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of PEI.
• Knowledge of chemical dependency and substance use is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing client assessments including substance use history and BPMH.
• Assess client for most appropriate service.
• Provide education and support in individual and group formats.
• Develop case management planning with the client.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary services as required.
• Provide recovery-based, client/family-focused, trauma-informed care.
• Educate clients on harm reduction strategies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Active RN registration PEI

Job description

About Medavie Health Services

Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians. With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training. We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges. As an employee, we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.

Position Type

Casual – Occasionnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete initial and on‑going client assessments including substance use history, suicide risk assessment and Best Possible Medication History (BPMH).
• Assess client for most appropriate service.
• Provide education and support to clients in individual and group format.
• Develop case management planning in collaboration with the client.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary services as required.
• Provide Recovery Based, Client/Family Focused, Trauma Informed Care.
• Educate clients on harm reduction strategies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing or Diploma in Nursing with extensive experience in clinical area may be considered.
• Some nursing experience (1‑3 yrs) with a combination of hospital and/or community setting.
• Obtain and maintain education credentials and certifications specific to practice area.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
• Possess a solid knowledge of chemical dependency and substance use.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and individual and group communication skills.
• Have good previous work and attendance record.
• Knowledge of the Provincial Mental Health Act.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience using the Telus EMR would be considered an asset.

Compensation & Working Hours

Salary Range: $44.26 – $55.29 per hour.

Bi‑Weekly Hours: On‑Demand – Days and evenings as required (7 am‑7 pm & 10 am‑10 pm shifts).

The base pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and training. Eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance‑based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.