Nurse B - Community Mental Health Nurse at HealthCareersInSask.ca

La Ronge, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

52.44

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Addictions Medicine, Opioid Agonist Therapy, HIV/AIDS Care, Case Management, Psychiatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Interpersonal Skills, Computer Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 9010218 Expected Start Date: April 06, 2026 Union: SUN Facility: La Ronge Health Centre City/Town: La Ronge Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Hours of Work: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440 Travel Required: No Job Description: The Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) Clinic Nurse Clinician is an expert clinical nurse in the study of addictions medicine, specifically in the area of OAT and HIV. The OAT Nurse, in conjunction with the OAT physician team, the OAT Addictions Counsellor, and the Positive Care Nursing team, will complete nursing duties in the administration of the OAT Program. The OAT Nurse Clinician integrates experience and advanced level skills in the provision of direct patient care. The OAT Nurse Clinician requires skill in collaborative multidisciplinary consultation, particularly with the Positive Care OAT Clinic physician team, the OAT Addictions Counsellor, and the broader outreach team. The position will ensure seamless coordination of clinical planning, treatment protocols, therapeutic activities and client interventions. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing Other Education and Training * Psychiatric Nursing diploma is acceptable * Nursing diploma is acceptable * Bachelor of Nursing is acceptable Competencies * Interpersonal skills * Computer skills Licenses: * Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) * Valid Class 5 driver's license Experience: * Minimum 2 years direct nursing experience in primary care, public/community health nursing * Experience in the field of addictions medicine, substance dependency and infectious diseases is preferred * Minimum 5 years’ experience working with clients engaged in at risk behavior and marginalized populations. * Direct experience in clinical or case management care related to HIV/AIDS Knowledge and Abilities * Knowledge of factors affecting high-risk populations and their family dynamics * Knowledge of community resources including treatment programs & support agencies * Knowledge in principles/programs/practices in community mental health nursing * Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and openness to working w/ diverse populations Other Information * Provincial posting open to SUN members – SUN/SAHO CBA Articles 27.02 and 27.05 * Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) * La Ronge is located approximately 241 km north of Prince Albert * For more information on the town of La Ronge please visit https://www.laronge.ca/ * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

Responsibilities

The OAT Nurse Clinician provides expert nursing care in addictions medicine, specifically focusing on Opioid Agonist Therapy and HIV. They coordinate clinical planning, treatment protocols, and therapeutic interventions within a multidisciplinary team.