RN/LPN Term-position (Maternity Leave)

Onionlakehealth; Onion Lake; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Onion Lake Health is seeking an RN/LPN to provide care at the Detox Centre, supporting acute care, addictions and mental health services. You will assess, monitor, and document patient conditions, administer medications, and assist physicians during procedures.

The role requires 12-hour shifts including weekends and nights, with a 24-32 weekly hours commitment. Ideal candidates hold a Practical Nurse Diploma with SALPN registration, BLS, and experience in CIWA-Ar/COWS detox programs, plus strong

Qualifications

• Practical Nurse Diploma with active license (SALPN).
• Willing to practice full scope incl. IM/SC/IV.
• First Aid & CPR, Naloxone up to date; BLS.
• Experience with CIWA-Ar, COWS, OAT therapies, detox and recovery programming.
• Knowledge of First Nations culture and community work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial intake and nursing assessment.
• Monitor and document patient status daily.
• Administer medications and injections as prescribed.
• Provide education to patients, families, and staff.
• Respond to medical emergencies and manage detox symptoms.
• Collaborate with NP/Physician, pharmacists and allied providers.
• Ensure ward stock and medication reconciliation with team.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Detox management

Medication administration

Crisis management

Education

Practical Nurse Diploma

Tools

CIWA-Ar

COWS

Naloxone protocols

Job description

RN/LPN Term-position (Maternity Leave)DescriptionThe RN/LPN will provide care to Detox Centre clients through a wide range of practice areas including acute care, addictions and mental health, health and wellness, and education. The RN/LPN will observe, assess, monitor, and document patient symptoms, reactions, and progress. Administering medications and injections, assist nurse practitioners/physicians during procedures and provide education and information to patients, families, caregivers and staff. RN/LPN’s work collaboratively with clients, families and the OLDC health care team to ensure continuity and quality of healthcare delivery.Responsibilities• Conducting initial intake, nursing assessment and triage level of required care by the provider responsible. • Assessing patients daily for level of physical, emotional, and social stability. • Demonstrate the ability to operate health equipment safely. • Report and document incidents, adverse events and/or near misses according to practice setting guidelines and policies. • Provides direct nursing care to patients with a variety of primary care needs including all health complexities with recognition of when it is appropriate to contact the NP/Physician. • Assesses, monitors, recognizes clients’ needs for substance use withdrawal management (\"detox\"), post-acute withdrawal syndrome and familiar with treatments for sub-categories with substance use disorder(s). • Provides quality patient care to patients on voluntary inpatient unit. • Performs de-escalation and mental health crisis management. • Administers medications, provides wound care, monitors patients for medication efficacy and symptom improvement. • Responds to overdose emergencies or any other medical emergencies not limited to CRP/defibrillator use, stroke, seizure, heart attack. • Develops and manages ongoing relations with nurse practitioner, physicians, pharmacists and other providers. • Participates in controlled and regular medication administration and reconciliation. • In collaboration with the Medical Manager orders and maintains ward stock supplies. • Collaborates with contracted pharmacy as needed.Qualifications• Practical Nurse Diploma from a recognized post-secondary practical nurse program. • Maintain a permanent, valid practice permit with the College of Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses. (SALPN). • Must be willing to work full scope of practice (including IM/SC/ IV). • First Aid & CPR, Injectable Naloxone and nasal naloxone up to date; Basic Life Support (BLS). • Experience with CIWA-Ar, COWS, OAT therapies, detox, withdrawal, and basic recovery programming. • Strong understanding of First Nations Culture, History and Traditions. • Experience working in a First Nations Community. • Experience in an addiction centre preferred. • Able to work 12-hour shifts to include weekends and nights; 24-32 hours a week. • Valid Driver’s License, Driver’s abstract, Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.Contacts**DEADLINE DATE: October 1, 2026** Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Interested applicants, who meet the qualifications as listed above, must submit: 1. Cover letter 2. Current resume with dates specified 3. LIST of three current references with phone numbers 4. Vulnerable Sector Check/Clear Criminal Record Check 5. Drivers Abstract **Attention to:** Human Resources Phone: [phone] ext. 2275Fax: [phone]E-Mail: [e-mail]: PO Box 70 Onion Lake, SK S0M 2E0Hiring organizationEmployment TypeFull-time