Registered Nurse

The Registered Nurse position functions as a member of the Red Deer Opioid Dependency Program (ODP), and interdisciplinary health and treatment team. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring their practice and documentation is in line with the Community Protection and Opioid Stewardship Standards and current best practices. The RN is responsible for assessment, supervision, medication preparation, including dispensing oral opioid agonist medications and medical intervention as required (BLS, overdose response, stimulant intoxication response). With virtual and/or on-site physician support, the RN will supervise self-administration of prescribed medication for individuals accessing the ODP. The RN will complete post consumption monitoring, including assessment for adverse effects. The RN will be a case manager for individuals accessing the ODP including daily engagement with program participants and engaging in development and review of treatment plans. The Registered Nurse may be required to complete phlebotomy, vaccinations, and ECG’s as required. Additionally, the Registered Nurse will provide support in maintaining triplicate prescription profiles for the ODP. The Registered Nurse will provide training and dispensing of Naloxone kits as part of the Community Naloxone Program. The RN will collaborate with community agencies and external medical and social service providers to coordinate optimal client care delivery and provide informed referrals for recovery-orientated interventions.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $35.87/hour - $43.82/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0)

Expert knowledge of co-occurring health needs (addiction and mental health) is required. Knowledge and experience using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V). Employer-provided training in Suicide Risk Management; Employer-provided training in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention; Must have experience working with vulnerable populations including those with addiction and mental health concerns. Knowledge of and ability to apply the principles of trauma informed care in all interactions with clients. It is also a requirement that the incumbent is physically able to rapidly respond to behavioural/clinical emergencies that may occur anywhere in the building. This position requires ability to maneuver stairs, stand and walk for extended periods and ability to lift and must be able to physically respond to clinic emergencies. This position has been identified and is anticipated to transition to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you will transition to Recovery Alberta. In accordance with the transition letter of understanding with UNA, current employees under the UNA Collective Agreement who accept an employment offer, issued after July 1, 2024, will not have any rights under Article 15: Layoff and Recall.

Previous experience with Opioid Agonist Treatment provision and Suspected Opioid Poisoning response including Naloxone administration. Completed Ambulatory Connect Care training.