Substance Use Nurse — Harm Reduction Leader

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide holistic and specialized care for patients with complex mental illnesses, particularly in harm reduction. The role includes assessments, planning therapeutic interventions, and following up post-discharge. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of harm reduction nursing experience and be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario. This position emphasizes collaborative practice within a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of recent direct harm reduction nursing experience required.
• Two years of recent mental health nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, specialized nursing care for complex mental illnesses.
• Complete assessments, plan and organize therapeutic interventions.
• Model professional leadership within the inter-professional team.

Skills

Harm reduction nursing experience

Crisis intervention

Individual counseling techniques

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

BCLS/HCP certification

Certificate in addictions/concurrent disorders

Job description

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide holistic and specialized care for patients with complex mental illnesses, particularly in harm reduction. The role includes assessments, planning therapeutic interventions, and following up post-discharge. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of harm reduction nursing experience and be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario. This position emphasizes collaborative practice within a multi-disciplinary team.