Nurse B - Addictions

As a member of an interdisciplinary team and under the supervision of Management and Nurse C, the incumbent will be responsible for creating a therapeutic environment, where screening, triage, assessment, treatment can occur for individuals accessing care in an inpatient withdrawal management setting. Responsibilities include full assessment and history for both physical and mental health conditions, full assessment of history and current stage of addiction, medication administration and reconciliation, supporting detox physicians in their practice, connecting clients with community-based care, health teaching, and consultation with community and acute based services as needed. The incumbent will provide nursing leadership and clinical expertise in the development and maintenance of mental health and addiction treatment programs, and ensure nursing practice standards are maintained.