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Penetanguishene, Ontario

5 days ago

Closes : No Expiry


Registered Nurse (TFT)
Temporary
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

The Acute Assessment Program is a thirty four bed in-patient unit divided into two locations (Swing Unit with 20 acute beds and AAP 14 acute beds).  Both locations have an Extra Care Area (ECA) for patients that require closer observation and extra support.  We admit all Form 1 (Application for Psychiatric Assessment) referrals received from Central Region emergency departments Patients age range is from 16 – geriatrics.  We provide care and support for patients experiencing a situational crisis, difficulty coping, suicidal/ homicidal thoughts, first onset serious mental illness, drug induced psychosis, addiction, schizophrenia, mood disorders, developmental disabilities and dementia.  We are a recovery oriented and strength based service providing short-term admissions for crisis intervention, risk assessment, rapid stabilization, symptom reduction, health promotion and discharge planning. 

The Clinical Manager of the Acute Assessment and Swing program is currently seeking a Registered Nurse. The Registered Nurse will provide mental health nursing care, physical assessment and related care required to patients within a specialized inter-professional clinical program

Key accountabilities

  • Providing leadership in the provision of nursing services within the nursing and inter-professional teams especially in circumstances when the patient’s condition is more complex and the outcomes of patient care are unpredictable
  • Assessing patient condition and needs based on interviews, interaction and direct observation; developing and implementing therapeutic patient treatment/care/discharge plans
  • Developing therapeutic nurse-patient relationships utilizing nursing and other theoretical or practice frameworks i.e. psychosocial rehabilitation, counselling, health teaching, administering and monitoring medication, and teaching life skills in preparation for community reintegration
  • Observing, assessing, recording, and reporting patient condition; evaluating progress and modifying plans as appropriate; assessing patient risk to self and/or others; participating in quality improvement activities to facilitate changes in nursing practice and inter-professional care
  • Contributing to a safe, therapeutic environment through adherence to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards, program/facility-wide policies and procedures, including mandatory training

Requirements and qualifications

  • Current registration in good standing as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, with a preference for CNA certification in psychiatric/mental health nursing
  • Valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) with Oxygen Therapy (OT) and Airway Management (AM)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with medical and mental health nursing theory and practice
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with medication practices, side effects, and current treatment modalities, knowledge of mental health medications an asset
  • Specialized education/training in forensics, dual diagnosis, gerontology, and/or addictions considered an asset
  • Recent mental health nursing and/or forensic experience in a mental health facility or service is preferred, including familiarity with the recovery philosophy, and trauma informed care
  • Experience with patient safety including emergency patient care procedures
  • Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
  • Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to adapt readily to change
  • Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values, and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
  • Preference for proficiency in French/English language
  • You must meet the requirements of our COVID-19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption

Canada

Penetanguishene, Ontario

5 days ago

Closes : No Expiry


Registered Practical Nurse - Float Pool (FT)
Permanent
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

Canada

Penetanguishene, Ontario

5 days ago

Closes : No Expiry


Registered Practical Nurse (PT)
Permanent
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

Canada

Penetanguishene, Ontario

5 days ago

Closes : No Expiry


Registered Practical Nurse - HORIZON (FT)
Permanent
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

Canada

Penetanguishene, Ontario

5 days ago

Closes : No Expiry


Registered Nurse (PT)
Permanent
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care