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Registered Nurse, Mental Health Crisis Clinic

Employer
Grand River Hospital
Location
Listowel, Ontario
Closing date
Oct 28, 2022
Union: ONA Nursing

Location: KW Campus

Work Type: Temporary Full Time

Contract End Date: November, 2022

Shift: 12 hour shifts Days/Nights/Weekends

Summary:

At Grand River Hospital, we work with the communities we serve towards life-long health and well-being for all. We exist to provide exceptional care through inspired people, one patient at a time. Our Mental Health & Addictions Program strives to deliver exceptional patient experience, excellent patient access, and engaged staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with the patient, family, multidisciplinary team and other service providers to coordinate, facilitate and participate in assessment, treatment intervention, groups, as well as discharge planning for children and adolescents. The nurse will have charge nurse responsibilities, when required. The nurse will also contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Qualifications:
  • Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
  • 1- 3 years experience in Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing preferred
  • Certification (CNA), Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Current valid CPR certification
  • Working knowledge of Mental Health Act
  • Ability to practice in accordance with Canadian Standards of Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing and the College of Nurses
  • Training and practical experience in conducting crisis assessments and intervention
  • Proficiency in applying the skills of de-escalation & de-briefing
  • Extensive experience managing and responding to a diverse range of psychiatric emergencies
  • Demonstrated positive attitude and passion for change and improvement of patient and staff safety
  • Demonstrated skills in bio-psychosocial assessment, mental status examination, physical health assessment, differential diagnosis, treatment and transitional care of mental health clients
  • Detailed knowledge of community services/resources
    Verbal/written communication skills.
  • Proficient in the use of computer, ability to type notes and access required hospital electronic systems for the provision of care to patients.
  • Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team
  • High level of maturity, professionalism & acceptance of personal responsibility
  • Demonstrated knowledge of recovery principles in mental health
  • Good attendance record


As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

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