Employer Job Number: GO-00757227Facility: Brief and Social Detox UnitJob Description: The Detox Nurse has responsibility for providing nursing care to clients participating in the Brief and Social Detox Programs in the Saskatoon Heath Region. The incumbent must be familiar with current drugs of abuse and withdrawal management strategies as well as provincial resources available to assist in identifying the most appropriate care plan for clients. The incumbent is responsible to triage and provide nursing support to clients with acute medical, psychiatric and detoxification issues. The Detox Nurse will facilitate the development and monitor compliance of Withdrawal Management, Medication Management and Medical Protocols in the Brief and Social Detox Program. The incumbent will develop strong service relationships with the attending physician(s), team members, and other related service partners in the Saskatoon Health Region and throughout the province.Required Qualifications Bachelor Degree/Diploma in NursingBasic Life Support (BLS)Current CPR certification in Basic Life Support at Level C.Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) or Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan (RPNAS)ExperienceThree (3) years combined experience in addictions recovery.Experience establishing and ensuring compliance with addiction related Medical ProtocolsExperience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of professionals, and members of the publicAbility to initiate and exercise critical thinking and decision-makingAbility to work independentlyAdvanceFor more information on this job, please visit the employer's website.