Registered Nurse, Regional Substance Use

Government of Northwest Territories; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health agency in Canada is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide case management and support in addiction services. The role involves working with diverse populations and requires a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing along with experience in mental health. The position is located in Inuvik and offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Psychiatric Nursing or Nursing is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with Mental Health or Psychiatry population.

Responsibilities

• Provide territorial support and case management to clients across NTHSSA Regions.
• Offer expert advice to multidisciplinary team including community health providers.

Skills

Knowledge of physical, psychological, and social effects of substance use disorders

Experience in case management and addictions recovery

Knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches

Culturally sensitive care to diverse and marginalized populations

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Psychiatric Nursing/Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Completion of a post-graduate psychiatric nursing program or additional mental health training

Job description

Registered Nurse, Regional Substance Use

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

Located in Inuvik Public Health Building, the Registered Nurse, Regional Substance Use reports to the Regional Manager Primary Health Care with matrix support from the Territorial Substance Use and Mental Health departments. The incumbent provides territorial support, including case management to clients across NTHSSA Regions and provides expert advice to the multidisciplinary team which includes community health and acute care providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of physical, psychological, and social effects of opioid and alcohol use disorders, other substances, and concurrent disorders.
• Knowledge and practical experience utilizing best-practices in case management and addictions recovery.
• Knowledge and practical experience in systems integration, determinants of health, and the socio-economic drivers of wellness.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply sanctioned transferrable medical functions as outlined in applicable standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches, with ability to provide culturally sensitive care to diverse and marginalized populations.
• Knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Understanding of diversity, specifically Indigenous cultures and values.

Key Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Psychiatric Nursing/Baccalaureate degree in Nursing (BN or BScN) is required.
• Completion of a post-graduate psychiatric nursing program, or additional mental health training from a recognized university or employer is an asset.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working directly or indirectly with moderate exposure with a Mental Health or Psychiatry population is required.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

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