Nurse Rehabilitation Counselor – Withdrawal Management & Wellness – Mental Health & Addictions

Job title: Nurse Rehabilitation Counselor – Withdrawal Management & Wellness – Mental Health & Addictions

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Job description: Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 108603
Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Company: NSHA
Department: MHA WZ Withdrawal Management SW
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: Nursing NSNU
Posting Closing Date: 25-Mar-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Withdrawal Management/Wellness/ORT Clinic services – Mental Health & Addictions, or designate, the Registered Nurse/Rehabilitation Counsellor participates as an active member of the treatment team while maintaining professional autonomy as supported by the Standards of Practice defined by the College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia. The Registered Nurse/Rehabilitation Counsellor is responsible for the provision of optimal client care, client teaching and supportive counseling, and recognizes and addresses the needs of the client’s family members when carrying out the responsibilities of assessment, treatment planning, withdrawal management and discharge planning.

The Registered Nurse/Rehabilitation Counsellor exhibits sound professional judgment and initiative while working within the Mission, Vision and Strategic Directions of the Program and incorporates into daily practice the Core Competencies and Values of the organization.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing, and currently registered or eligible to become registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN).
• Current CPR Certification.
• Experience working in a team environment and in a social or healthcare setting.
• Personal and/or professional experience in addictions would be considered an asset.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with patients, families, other health care providers and staff, demonstrating sensitivity, empathy and warmth.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and supervise patient care.
• Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making skills in crises situations and be accountable for decisions.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health.
• Basic computer skills – Microsoft Suite – e-mail – internet – Meditech.
• Successful external applicants are required to provide a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment

Preferred (Considered an Asset)

• Two years nursing experience
• Professional experience in Mental Health & Addictions
• Competencies in other languages as asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Permanent full-time (100%) position; 75.00 hours bi-weekly.

Salary Information

Nurse Rehabilitation Counselor (RN02):

$35.21 – $41.48 hourly

($42.94 hourly with 25 years of RN experience).

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Nursing bargaining unit – NSNU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

Expected salary:

Location: Yarmouth, NS

Job date: Wed, 17 Mar 2021 23:41:03 GMT