Registered Practical Nurse, Addiction Medication Program- Part- time

Homewood-Health; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Homewood Health in Guelph, Ontario, is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join the Addiction Medication Program on a part‑time, on‑site basis. You will work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team delivering patient‑centered care to individuals overcoming addictions.

The role requires current RPN licensure in good standing, 2+ years of relevant experience, BCLS, and familiarity with the Mental Health Act.

Qualifications

• Licensed as an RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience with addictions and psychiatric care preferred.
• BCLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and community resources.
• CBT/DBT knowledge or group facilitation is a plus.
• Ability to manage crisis situations and care for acutely ill patients.
• Understanding of assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders.
• Awareness of measurement-based care and its use in clinical decisions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient computer skills and multiple systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to stable patients recovering from addictions within a therapeutic milieu.
• Support the program's group‑model delivery and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Conduct clinical assessments and initiate treatments according to standards.
• Administer psychiatric and non‑psychiatric medications and therapies.
• Engage with teams, participate in clinical discussions and family conferences.
• Assist in crisis situations and manage risks as they arise.

Skills

Crisis management

Group facilitation

CBT/DBT knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Electronic health records

Independent and team work

Computer skills

Education

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Ontario

Job description

Registered Practical Nurse, Addiction Medication Program- Part- time

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: REGIS004489

• Part-Time
• On-site

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Description

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!
Internal applications for this position within the UFCW bargaining unit must be received within 7 days of being posted to have seniority considered in the selection process.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide care to stable patients recovering from a variety of addictions within a therapeutic milieu environment
• Support the principles of the addiction program delivered primarily through a group model
• Contribute to stable patient care needs according to CNO standards, RPNAO Best Practice Guidelines, specific program philosophy and diversified patient populations
• Prioritize and function effectively in a large, demanding environment under the supervision of the Charge Nurse
• Provide nursing care on units and accept changing work assignments across the Addiction Medicine Program as required
• Ensure necessary clinical assessments are initiated following admission and at various other times
• Administer psychiatric and non-psychiatric medications and treatments
• Engage with interdisciplinary teams and individual team members as appropriate
• Facilitate group sessions and participate in clinical discussions, team meetings, and patient/family conferences
• Assess for potential risks, and assist in extreme, or life-threatening emergencies

What we're looking for:

• Licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing
• 2+ years of experience working with patients who have a broad range of addiction, and psychiatric diagnoses preferred
• BCLS for Healthcare Providers
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, and community mental health resources
• Knowledge of CBT/DBT and/or group facilitation will be an asset
• Ability to effectively manage crisis situations and deal with acutely ill patients
• Current knowledge and experience of assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders, including prevention of suicide and management of aggressive behavior
• Understanding of the addicted patient population, treatment methodologies, and medications
• Awareness and acknowledgement of the value of using measurement-based care when supporting patients/clients to help guide clinical decision making; experience an asset
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Proficient computer skills and experience with working with a number of systems and software applications

The starting rate of pay (Step 1) for this position is $36.62 hourly, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. Progression through the wage steps is governed by the terms of the collective agreement.

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canada's largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.