NORTHWOOD RECOVERY CLINIC – WIKWEMIKONG

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Northwood Recovery offers walk-in and scheduled treatment for those experiencing addiction. We are a network of access points that offer outpatient services in addiction treatment and recovery. Part of recovery is addressing issues with a sense of immediacy and we can accommodate those individuals looking to take on treatment immediately. Hourly wage $30/hr. Tues & Thurs

Duties & Responsibilities:

Your primary responsibilities as an RPN will be varied.

• Provide counseling and medical care to patients living with substance addictions.
• Dispense medication under medical directives.
• Perform daily urine drug screening and monitoring.
• Work under medical directives to interpret laboratory test results, urine results, etc.
• Administer Sublocade injections to the patients.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures and medical directives as it applies to the nursing practice.
• Maintain client electronic and paper records/files according to policies and procedures of Northwood Recovery and the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Nurses.
• Educate clients regarding harm reduction, safer drug use, STIs, Hep C and HIV/AIDS prevention, sexual abuse/assault, etc.
• Ensure clients are complying with the client agreement.
• Assess the mental and physical health status of clients and take appropriate action.
• Provide pre and post-test counseling for HIV, Hep A, B, C and syphilis.
• Assess abscesses, clean and medicate wounds and apply or change dressings.
• Compose and sign correspondence in relation to clients’ needs and advocate for clients when liaising with doctors, pharmacists, prison authorities, laboratories, etc.
• Provide immediate care in crisis situations and perform first aid treatment as necessary.
• Assess needs of clients, make referrals for primary care and social services, and assist clients in accessing community resources.
• Work with clients to develop and promote improved health, coping and social skills.
• Collect and maintain statistical information for evaluation purposes.
• Collaborate and liaise with members of the team and community agencies to identify health needs and participate in the development of plan to meet those needs.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Current License as a Registered Practical Nurse in the Province of Ontario, in good standing.
• Up to date First Aid/CPR.
• Experience working in addiction, mental health and harm reduction.
• Experience in the provision of drug treatment/addiction counseling, Medication Assisted Treatment (suboxone, methadone), social, health, housing and Hep C, HIV/AIDS related services.
• Experience with using OTN/VSee (video conferencing).
• Experience working in an outreach capacity.
• Ability to work independently with no medical staff support and establish priorities.

You must also have:

• Sensitivity, empathy, and understanding of client/patient behavior and needs with the ability to counsel patients/clients through the development of therapeutic relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent assessment skills.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis prevention and treatment issues.
• Knowledge of addiction issues.
• Knowledge of harm reduction practice.
• Knowledge of drug treatment, social, housing, HIV/AIDS related programs and services.
• Awareness of issues relating to sex work, addictions, mental health and homelessness.
• Thorough knowledge of Hepatitis including transmission, prevention and treatment options.
• Proven ability to work as a member independently.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Maintain inventory and ensure inventory is properly stored.
• Practice sterile techniques and other infection control procedures to minimize the transmission of infection.
• Ability to perform all medical secretary/receptionist duties.

Please Note:

• A Police Reference Check may be required as a condition of employment.
• For more information on Northwood Recovery, please visit our website at www.northwoodrecovery.ca

If interested, email resume with a cover letter to Kathryn@northwoodmedical.ca. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Pay: From $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 12 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wikwemikong, ON P0P 2J0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (required)
• LPN/RPN (required)
• CPR Certification (required)

  Work Location: In person

NORTHWOOD RECOVERY CLINIC – OTTAWA

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Northwood Recovery offers walk-in and scheduled treatment for those experiencing addiction. We are a network of access points that offer outpatient services in addiction treatment and recovery. Part of recovery is addressing issues with a sense of immediacy and we can accommodate those individuals looking to take on treatment immediately. Hourly wage $28/hr.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Your primary responsibilities as an RPN will be varied.

• Provide counseling and medical care to patients living with substance addictions.
• Dispense medication under medical directives.
• Perform daily urine drug screening and monitoring.
• Work under medical directives to interpret laboratory test results, urine results, etc.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures and medical directives as it applies to the nursing practice.
• Maintain client electronic and paper records/files according to policies and procedures of Northwood Recovery and the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Nurses.
• Educate clients regarding harm reduction, safer drug use, STIs, Hep C and HIV/AIDS prevention, sexual abuse/assault, etc.
• Ensure clients are complying with the client agreement.
• Assess mental and physical health status of clients and take appropriate action.
• Provide pre and post-test counseling for HIV, Hep A, B, C and syphilis.
• Assess abscesses, clean and medicate wounds and apply or changes dressings.
• Compose and sign correspondence in relation to clients’ needs and advocate for clients when liaising with doctors, pharmacists, prison authorities, laboratories, etc.
• Provide immediate care in crisis situations and perform first aid treatment as necessary.
• Assess needs of clients, make referrals for primary care and social services, and assist clients in accessing community resources.
• Work with clients to develop and promote improved health, coping and social skills.
• Collect and maintain statistical information for evaluation purposes.
• Collaborate and liaise with members of the team and community agencies to identify health needs and participate in the development of plan to meet those needs.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Current License as a Registered Practical Nurse in the Province of Ontario, in good standing.
• Up to date First Aid/CPR.
• Experience working in addiction, mental health and harm reduction.
• Experience in the provision of drug treatment/addiction counseling, Medication Assisted Treatment (suboxone, methadone), social, health, housing and Hep C, HIV/AIDS related services.
• Experience with using OTN/VSee (video conferencing).
• Experience working in an outreach capacity.
• Ability to work independently with no medical staff support and establish priorities.

You must also have:

• Sensitivity, empathy, and understanding of client/patient behavior and needs with the ability to counsel patients/clients through the development of therapeutic relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent assessment skills.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis prevention and treatment issues.
• Knowledge of addiction issues.
• Knowledge of harm reduction practice.
• Knowledge of drug treatment, social, housing, HIV/AIDS related programs and services.
• Awareness of issues relating to sex works, addictions, mental health and homelessness.
• Thorough knowledge of Hepatitis including transmission, prevention and treatment options.
• Proven ability to work as a member independently.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Maintain inventory and ensure inventory is properly stored.
• Practice sterile techniques and other infection control procedures to minimize the transmission of infection.
• Ability to perform all medical secretary/receptionist duties.

Please Note:

• A Police Reference Check may be required as a condition of employment.
• For more information on Northwood Recovery, please visit our website at www.northwoodrecovery.ca

If interested, email resume with a cover letter to Kathryn@northwoodmedical.ca. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Pay: From $28.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 16 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (required)
• LPN/RPN (required)
• CPR Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE

Northwood Recovery Clinics

Northwood Recovery offers walk-in and scheduled treatment for those experiencing addiction.

We are a network of access points that offer outpatient services in addiction treatment and recovery. Part of recovery is addressing issues with a sense of immediacy and we can accommodate those individuals looking to take on treatment immediately.

Hourly wage $31/hr.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Your primary responsibilities as an RPN will be varied.

• Provide support and medical care to patients living with substance addictions.
• Dispense medication under medical directives.
• Administer Sublocade under medical directives.
• Perform daily urine drug screening and monitoring.
• Work under medical directives to interpret laboratory test results, urine results, etc.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures and medical directives as it applies to the nursing practice.
• Maintain client electronic and paper records/files according to policies and procedures of Northwood Recovery and the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Nurses.
• Educate clients regarding harm reduction, safer drug use, STIs, Hep C and HIV/AIDS prevention, sexual abuse/assault, etc.
• Ensure clients are complying with the client agreement.
• Assess mental and physical health status of clients and take appropriate action.
• Provide pre and post-test counseling for HIV, Hep A, B, C and syphilis.
• Provide Hep C screening using POC.
• Assess abscesses, clean and medicate wounds and apply or changes dressings.
• Compose and sign correspondence in relation to clients’ needs and advocate for clients when liaising with doctors, pharmacists, prison authorities, laboratories, etc.
• Provide immediate care in crisis situations and perform first aid treatment as necessary.
• Assess needs of clients, make referrals for primary care and social services, and assist clients in accessing community resources.
• Work with clients to develop and promote improved health, coping and social skills.
• Collect and maintain statistical information for evaluation purposes.
• Collaborate and liaise with members of the team and community agencies to identify health needs and participate in the development of plan to meet those needs.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Current License as a Registered Practical Nurse in the Province of Ontario, in good standing.
• Up to date First Aid/CPR.
• Experience working in addiction, mental health and harm reduction.
• Experience in the provision of drug treatment/addiction counseling, Medication Assisted Treatment (suboxone, methadone), social, health, housing and Hep C, HIV/AIDS related services.
• Experience with using OTN/VSee (video conferencing).
• Experience working in an outreach capacity.
• Ability to work independently with no medical staff support and establish priorities.

You must also have:

• Sensitivity, empathy, and understanding of client/patient behavior and needs with the ability to counsel patients/clients through the development of therapeutic relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent assessment skills.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis prevention and treatment issues.
• Knowledge of addiction issues.
• Knowledge of harm reduction practice.
• Knowledge of drug treatment, social, housing, HIV/AIDS related programs and services.
• Awareness of issues relating to sex works, addictions, mental health and homelessness.
• Thorough knowledge of Hepatitis including transmission, prevention and treatment options.
• Proven ability to work as a member independently.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Maintain inventory and ensure inventory is properly stored.
• Practice sterile techniques and other infection control procedures to minimize the transmission of infection.
• Ability to perform all medical secretary/receptionist duties.

Please Note:

• A Police Reference Check may be required as a condition of employment.
• For more information on Northwood Recovery, please visit our website at www.northwoodrecovery.ca
• If interested, email resume with a cover letter to Kathryn@northwoodmedical.ca.

 

NORTHWOOD RECOVERY- OTTAWA

Medical Office Receptionist/Support Staff – Addiction Recovery

Part-time to Full-time, Monday to Friday: 35 hrs/week

Position Characteristics

The Medical Office Receptionist/Support Staff assists patients with services identified in their care plan. The Receptionist will receive patients and visitors to the clinic in a friendly, non-judgmental, and professional manner in accordance with the office procedure of the clinic. The Receptionist is responsible for answering phones, general administrative functions, and providing general information about the clinic and its services.

Responsibility:

• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Answer inquiries in person or by telephone.
• Capture patients’ Last Confirmed Dose, medication lists, medical records, missed dose reports, etc., when necessary.
• Greet and welcome patients, clients, and other visitors.
• Check visitors in and direct or escort them to specific destinations.
• Scan, copy, file, and maintain paper or electronic documents.
  • Ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records.
  • Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal information.
• Comforts patients by anticipating patients’ anxieties; answering patients’ questions; maintaining the reception area.
• Helps patients in distress by responding to emergencies.
• Protects patients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
• Conduct intakes.
• Maintains operations by following policies and procedures.
• Perform Urine Drug Screening for patients when necessary.
• Produce patient letters.
• OTN/Vsee experience is an asset.
• Harm reduction experience and knowledge is an asset.
• Must have knowledge of addictions and mental health.
• Keeps a clean waiting area and work environment.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Medical Office Receptionist Skills:

Multi-tasking, Flexibility, Telephone Skills, Customer Service, Time Management, Punctuality, Organization, Attention to Detail, Scheduling, Word Processing, Professionalism, Quality Focus, Compassion, Empathy.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous administrative or receptionist experience preferred.

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours:

35 per week

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday

Education:

Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location:

In person