Northern Health·Terrace, British Columbia
Provide compassionate inpatient substance use withdrawal nursing care.
Practice in accordance with professional practice standards and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) code of ethics.
Work under general supervision of Manager or designate.
Report to the Withdrawal Management Unit Program Lead or designate.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team and partners.
Provide holistic, person-centered, recovery-oriented care.
Assess and monitor clients.
Develop a plan of personal care and intervention with the patient/family and care team to manage medical symptoms of substance abuse withdrawal.
Provide nursing care using appropriate technical, therapeutic, and safety interventions.
Communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff, and the interdisciplinary team.
Integrate and evaluate pertinent data to problem-solve effectively.
Create culturally safe, trauma-informed health care settings through individualized care planning and collaborative approaches.
Transmit information to instruct clients and others about essential health care and well-being topics.
Implement activities that promote cooperation among relevant others and collaboration across disciplines.
Support implementation of Northern Health policies and other protocols and contribute to professional development
Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Inpatient Substance Use Withdrawal Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Reporting to the Withdrawal Management Unit Program Lead or designate and working collaboratively and in partnership with the multidisciplinary care team and partners, the nurse engages in the provision of holistic, person-centered, and recovery-oriented care. Through assessment and monitoring of each client, the nurse, in partnership with the patient/family and care team develops a plan of personal care and intervention to assist the individual in managing the medical symptoms of substance abuse withdrawal. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating Qualfications
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN or RPN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and two years recent related clinical nursing experience in a Mental Health Substance Use setting. Skills and Abilities:
Ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/ prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
Ability to communicate effectively with the clients, families, the public, medical staff and the members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written and computer communication means.
Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve effectively.
Ability to promote client-focused care that demonstrates care for and with clients and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences, client advocacy and social justice concerns.
Ability to create culturally safe, trauma informed health care settings through individualized care planning and collaborative approaches to service provision, including Indigenous health services as possible.
Ability to transmit information intended to instruct clients and others about topics essential to health care and well-being.
Manages time and resources, implementing activities to promote cooperation among relevant others, collaboration across disciplines and related activities.
Promotes staff morale, cooperation, assertiveness and risk-taking, creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self.
Using information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence. Integrates best practice from nursing and health-related disciplines and the humanities, arts, and sciences disciplines into professional practice.
Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
Physical ability to performs the duties of the position. Where you will be working: Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Terrace More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing.
Current practicing registration as an RN or RPN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Two years recent related clinical nursing experience in a Mental Health Substance Use setting.
Ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide nursing care through appropriate interventions.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff, and the interdisciplinary team.
Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources and problem-solve effectively.
Ability to promote client-focused care with sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, including client advocacy and social justice concerns.
Ability to create culturally safe, trauma-informed health care settings and provide individualized care planning.
Ability to transmit health care and well-being information to clients and others.
Ability to manage time and resources and collaborate across disciplines.
Ability to use research-based evidence and integrate best practice into professional practice.
Ability to operate related equipment and computer applications.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Market context
In British Columbia, mental health and substance use withdrawal management roles are commonly in demand because services need nurses who can assess clients quickly and support safe stabilization. This role is competitive for candidates with current BCCNM registration and recent MHSU experience, since employers look for strong assessment skills and comfort working in a structured withdrawal setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and prepare a concise example of recent client assessments.