Position Summary:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the R.N. is responsible for providing safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The Registered Nurse for the Neuromodulation /Inpatient Mental Health Program cares for individuals with serious mental illness. This is a position that will improve care of the mental health patients in the tertiary care setting. The Nurse will be a clinical resource within the multidisciplinary team providing care, assisting with comprehensive assessment, rehabilitation and treatment to adult patients with serious mental illness and their families. This model of care follows the principles of client centered care within a psychosocial rehabilitation approach. In addition, the Nurse will provide education to the department staff both formally/informally that is consistent with best practices regarding the care of the patients with serious mental illness.
This position contributes to the hospital mission by being a team member, which ensures confidentiality, quality, and client-centered health care in the community.
The R.N. adheres to the philosophy, policies, procedures and Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario. The R.N. complies with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment.
Qualifications:
· Minimum of 3 years experience in Mental Health Nursing - preferred
· Recent experience (within the last 2 years) in the administration of ECT and/or TMS- preferred
· Knowledge of and demonstrated working experience delivering a full range of high quality nursing services to the seriously mental ill including adults and the geriatric populations and their families in the context of tertiary level psychiatric hospital - preferred
· Knowledge of relevant legislation; Mental Health Act, Substitute Decisions Act, Health Care Consent Act-preferred
· General good health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position
· Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
· Available to work all shifts as required
· General good health and level of fitness appropriate for the demands of this position
· French Language proficiency is an asset
· Our Organization strives to establish and maintain an inclusive workplace and believes that the diversity of our workforce is an invaluable asset. We are committed to following recruitment practices that ensure all candidates are given a fair opportunity for employment with our Organization
Education and/or Certification:
· Current certificate of registration issued through the College of Nurses (CNO)
· Current BCLS - required and ACLS-preferred
· Recent experience (within the last 2 years) in the administration of ECT and/or TMS - preferred
· Competent in 12 lead EKG interpretation and defibrillation- required (will be tested)
· Non-violent de-escalation and Code White training – preferred
· Mental Health Nursing Certification- preferred
Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and hospital needs, we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department at 519 257 5111 ext. 73023 so we can provide you with appropriate services.