Registered Nurse, Substance Use Services

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing and psychotherapy to patients with substance use disorders (SUDs) within the Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) clinic and Addiction Outpatient Program (AOP).
• Apply nursing science, theory, and critical decision-making to deliver compassionate and competent care.
• Ensure all practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Perform concurrent disorders assessment and intervention.
• Participate in continuing education and reflective practice to improve the quality of patient care.
• Provide coverage to the Injection Clinic and Substance Use Intervention Team (SUIT) as required.

Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in mental health and/or addiction nursing.
• Proven experience and training in the controlled act of psychotherapy (e.g., CBT, DBT), counselling, and motivational interviewing.
• Basic Life Support (B.L.S.) certification.
• Ability to obtain certification in CBT/DBT/MI within two years of hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an outpatient addiction setting.
• Experience employing trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and equity-enhancing approaches.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Canadian Nurses Association Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.
• CPI certification in NVCI.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services.
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion within a large organization.
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking.

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a world-leading research institution. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN consists of several major sites, including Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital. Our vision is to build A Healthier World through excellence in discovery, education, and patient care.