Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Edgewood Health Network (EHN) brings together a North American network of addiction and mental health providers. EHN centers have over 50 years of combined clinical experience providing best practice, comprehensive treatment options to patients, families and health care practitioners. EHN has ambitious aspirations to continue to expand the network to offer the best possible care and support to our patients and clients, growing organically and through acquisition.
Edgewood, located in beautiful Nanaimo, BC, on the traditional and unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, is an internationally renowned, accredited and licensed private residential treatment facility. Edgewood specializes in treatment for addition and concurrent diagnoses with full time clinical, medical and psychiatric staff.
Nanaimo is a vibrant urban centre found on the east side of beautiful Vancouver Island where an abundance of recreation and cultural opportunities exist giving residents a lifestyle second to none for living, working and playing.

EHN/Edgewood is committed to being a leader in mental health and additions treatment, including family care:


Position Summary:
While the primary function of the nursing staff is to provide medical care to persons who experience problems related to the use of mood-altering chemicals and/or behavior, providing compassion, empathy and understanding when necessary is an integral part of this position as well. Together, with our medical team, our nurses play an integral role in this rewarding role as we support and assist our clients in getting their lives back.
Successful applicants may be eligible for a $2500.00 signing bonus
Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 3:00pm - 11:00pm
Some duties include and are not limited to:

• Responsible for patient Detox scales as per Pharmacotherapy & Detox policies.
• Ensure medication policies and procedures are adhered to
• Make patient medications available as prescribed as per Pharmacotherapy & Detox policies
• Provide first aid as needed and refer patients to medical care as the Clinical Team deems necessary
• Direct bedside care when necessary (i.e. bathing, Critical Care, etc.)
• Follow up with patients following assessments by Physicians – charting, booking of further appointments, etc., when necessary
• Participates in case consultation and treatment coordination with other members of the multi-disciplinary team if required

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion and relentless pursuit for improving the life chances for all clients through support grounded in sound treatment practices;
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License in good standing; and
• The ability to be flexible, adaptable and nimble;
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others;
• Proven ability to work well as an integral part of a team which includes senior management, managers, supervisors, staff and outside agencies;
• Criminal record check through the Ministry of Justice;
• Must be able to read, write and communicate verbally and in writing;
• Valid First Aid/CPR Level C;
• Must be able to understand and follow directions;
• Current LPN license is good standing
• Knowledge of mental health and addictions and the 12 steps an asset;
• Ability to fulfill the functional demands of the position;
• Trauma informed training/experience an asset;
• Negative TB test;
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, communication, and problem solving skills;
• Commitment to professional development and growth;

The following commitments are essential to all positions within EHN/Edgewood:

• A commitment to, and acts in accordance with, the inclusion, equity and diversity. Specifically, engagement of people of diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to, racialized communities, Indigenous Peoples, and the LGBTQ2S+ communities;
• A commitment to understanding and upholding the organizations vision, mission, goals and values;
• A commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices;
• A commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy;
• A demonstrable commitment to increase personal knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being, as well as historical and current realities experienced by Indigenous Peoples locally, nationally, and internationally.

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