Addiction Clinic Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered

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NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered.

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JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family-centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for registered nurses/psychiatric nurses and the vision/values of the Vancouver Coastal Health, provides on-going health care in an interdisciplinary clinic setting to designated clients with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses/diseases such as mental health and substance use, communicable diseases, and/or general health issues. Provides supportive counselling and care to clients who use substances, including those seeking withdrawal management, stabilization and/or are transitioning to other substance use treatment services or housing. Establishes and coordinates a plan of care and support transitions between services. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, educational resources and other health care professionals/providers to achieve excellence in client-centered care and education. Uses harm reduction principles to conduct physical and mental health assessments, identify challenges, and address issues with the plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and any other health care services involved. Provides direct care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care as part of the interdisciplinary team and collaborates with other service providers to establish, maintain and enhance therapeutic relationships based on respect.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Two (2) years’ recent related clinical nursing experience providing care and/or treatment services to the designated client population through a harm reduction, holistic mental health & substance use and/or primary care lens, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Professional and Practice standards for nursing.Demonstrated knowledge of community health nursing theory and practice within a client/family centered approach.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in a dynamic environment. Demonstrated understanding of impact of social determinants of health on individuals, families and the community into care provided. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe and competent care.Demonstrated knowledge of impact of colonization of individuals, families and the Downtown Eastside. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with site partners in a culturally safe manner, including community based organizations, community members, and people actively using substances.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain rapport with client population and other stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to conduct mental status exams and suicide risk assessments.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.Demonstrated knowledge of de-escalation, crisis intervention and supportive counseling skills.Demonstrated knowledge of mental health illness and treatment.Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacology.Demonstrated knowledge of substance use treatment, services and community resources.Demonstrated ability to provide care planning, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and care coordination.Demonstrated knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and consultation to the designated client population.Demonstrated ability to perform emergency procedures, including overdose response and CPR.Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

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Regular Part-Time