REGISTERED NURSE (RN), MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Prince George is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join their team in the Adult Withdrawal Management Unit. The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering compassionate patient care and the ability to develop personalized care plans. This role offers competitive compensation starting at $41.42 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan and generous vacation time.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse must have a valid registration number.
• Experience in acute substance withdrawal management is preferred.
• Ability to develop care plans for clients.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients in the Adult Withdrawal Management Unit.
• Develop personal care plans for managing medical symptoms.
• Support clients in accessing community follow-up services.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Assessment and monitoring

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team!

Under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader of the Adult Withdrawal Management Unit, as part of the multidisciplinary team, the R.N. works with persons admitted to the Adult Withdrawal Management Unit for Acute Substance Withdrawal Management. Through assessment and monitoring of each client, the nurse develops a plan of personal care and intervention to assist the client in managing the medical symptoms of substance abuse withdrawal. Thereby the client can return to the community and connect with appropriate follow up services.

Responsibilities

• Work with persons admitted to the Adult Withdrawal Management Unit for Acute Substance Withdrawal Management as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Through assessment and monitoring of each client, develop a plan of personal care and intervention to assist the client in managing the medical symptoms of substance withdrawal.
• Support the client in returning to the community and connecting with appropriate follow up services.

Shift and Compensation

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

New Wage: As of April 1, 2024 the new wage is: $41.42 - $55.91/hour

Location

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and serves a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies create outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Prince George has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and serves nearly 320,000. It is home to the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university.

What Northern Health has to offer you

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume