Job Category Mental Health and Addiction Services
Posting Date 04/01/2026, 05:51 PM
Job Description Position # : 191640 Expected Start Date: May 4, 2026 Union: SUN Facility: Brief & Social Detox Centre City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Addiction Serv Res Care Unit&Trtmt; Facil-Brief & Social Detox Type: Casual FTE: 0 Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440 Travel Required: No Job 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. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience
1 year experience in a mental health setting.
Minimum of 3 years clinical nursing experience
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
Memberships
College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
Other Education and Training
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Level C Certificate (CPR)
Nursing diploma is acceptable
Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment
Experience ensuring compliance with addiction related medical protocols an asset
Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
Basic - Interpersonal skills
Basic - Verbal communication skills
Basic - Writing skills
Basic - Decision making skills
Basic - Critical thinking skills
Knowledge and Abilities




Ability to work independently
Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
Knowledge in marginalized populations
Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
Knowledge in harm reduction in Addictions Medicine
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
Ability to respond to clients' varying concerns and complex requests
Knowledge in drugs of abuse and their effects
Knowledge in Provincial Addiction Clinical Model and DSM-4R
Other Information
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Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
About Us The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, secure and patient-centred.
Additional Information Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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📌 Nurse B - Addictions (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Saskatchewan Health Authority
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