Job Description

Regional Essential Access to Connected Healthcare (REACH) is a dynamic nonprofit,

charitable organization that provides health care services to the unhoused community,

survivors of intimate partner violence, those with justice involvement, and those who

experience barriers to accessing healthcare services. We are committed to removing

barriers to care by providing accessible and equitable care.

Reporting to the Clinical Lead, the Registered Nurse is a valued member of the newly

formed justice program. This professional is an experienced primary care provider with

a clear understanding of social and medical complexities. The person is highly skilled in

care coordination, treatment and assessment, and willingness to operate to full scope of

practice.

What you can expect from us:

? Competitive wage: $39.54 - $49.44 + 10% in lieu of benefits

? We believe in work life balance and provide: 8 paid health and wellness days +

$2000 to support your well-being

? Paid professional development days + $1000 for Professional Development

? Being part of an organization that is doing meaningful work in the community!

About the Role:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

? Provides comprehensive primary care including assessment, counselling,

screening, health teaching, treatment, and follow-up in accordance with the

College of Nurses of Ontario's (CNO) standards of practice.

? Initiate and implement diverse health promotion strategies, including health

education and community development, to support diverse populations and

communities in increasing control over and improve their health.

? In collaboration with the justice team supports clients in the completion of ODSP

applications, other forms, and referral management.

? In collaboration with the Clinical Lead, spearheads the development and

implementation of a standardized addictions triage and intake process.

? Provides point of care in various locations and works collaboratively with

Niagara's local and federal justice programs.

? Collaborates with all team members in a respectful and professional manner, this

includes clinical consultation with Medical Directors.

? Works from a health equity framework to improve health outcomes for individual

clients and/or for the development of community health and well-being, and to

reduce health inequities.

To excel in this role you will need:

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

? Bachelor of Nursing from a recognized university

? Current registration as a RN and in good standing with CNO.

? A minimum of 3 years of experience practicing in a clinical setting, community

setting preferred.

? A minimum of 3 years of experience in providing care to socially and medically

complex individuals.

? Advanced wound care certification or a general desire to work towards this. Note:

The organization will be able to contribute to this.

? Additional training in addictions medicine or general desire to work towards this.

Note: The organization will be able to contribute to this.

? Demonstrated experience in collaboration and working within an interdisciplinary

team.

? Demonstrated experience and highly proficient in Electronic Medical Records.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

? Ability to practice utilizing a client-centered approach with a strong understanding

of the impact of the social determinants of health on patient care management.

? Superior communications skills that include interpersonal relationships, conflict

management, written and verbal skills, as well as computer literacy.

? Highly motivated, flexible and well organized.

? Excellent time management skills with the demonstrated ability to effectively set

priorities and complete required tasks.

? Ability to effectively identify problems and collaborate with others towards a

solution.

? Thorough knowledge and experience of harm reduction, trauma-informed

approaches, addictions, and mental health.

? Ability to carry out duties independently while maintaining accountability

Conditions of Employment

? At point of hire, provide proof of education, registration of respective regulated

College, satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate, and a valid driver's license

Does this sound like something you may be interested in? Please email a copy of

your resume and cover letter to Human Resources: carolyn@reachniagara.com .

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

REACH is an equal opportunity employer - we are committed to a diverse, equitable,

and inclusive environment. We welcome all applications. In accordance with the

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights

Code, REACH will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to

applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection

process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that

you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal

participation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39.54-$49.44 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person