Registered Practical Nurse

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our addiction and mental health clinic team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, non-judgmental patient care to individuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges. This role requires a strong foundation in nursing practices, a harm reduction approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trust with a diverse and often vulnerable patient population.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Availability required for short shifts on statutory holidays (rotated among staff)
• Weekend shifts may be introduced in the future
• Wages to be negotiated based on experience

Duties

• Deliver comprehensive patient care in accordance with physician orders and established protocols, specific to addiction and mental health treatment.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, including injections and opioid agonist therapy (e.g., methadone/Suboxone).
• Perform and collect urine samples for drug screening/monitoring purposes (training provided).
• Monitor patient vital signs, assess health status, and document findings using electronic health records such as Patient Vu.
• Apply harm reduction principles in all aspects of care, meeting patients where they are without judgment.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (physicians, counselors, social workers, case managers) to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care for patients experiencing addiction, mental health crises, withdrawal, or dual diagnoses.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions, medication regimens, harm reduction practices, and aftercare planning.
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards and safety regulations within the clinic environment.
• Participate in case management activities to coordinate ongoing patient services, referrals, and community resources.
• Respond calmly and professionally to changing clinical situations, including crisis or emergency presentations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Current RPN registration in good standing.
• Professional liability insurance is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of harm reduction principles and practices.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medication administration protocols, including experience with opioid agonist therapy considered an asset.
• Non-judgmental, compassionate approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse and marginalized populations.
• Experience with mental health, addiction, or crisis intervention is a strong asset.
• Comfortable performing urine sample collection and phlebotomy; training provided for candidates without prior experience.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with the care team and educating patients/families.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing clinical situations while maintaining professionalism, empathy, and appropriate boundaries.
• Flexibility to work occasional short holiday shifts on a rotating basis, with potential weekend availability in the future.

How to Apply

Please apply directly through this posting, or send your resume to [email protected].

Pay: $25.00-$26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person