Current Certificate of Registration - College of Nurses of Ontario required
Recent Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers Certificate required
Graduate of a recognized Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program required
Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) required
A minimum of 5 years relevant psychiatric nursing experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of the forensic mental health system and risk management practices is an asset
Excellent demonstrated physical, psychiatric and psychosocial assessment skills required
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing care to patients
Implement recovery-oriented practices and trauma-informed care
Develop, implement, and evaluate educational curricula and training sessions
Collaborate with inter-professional teams and community stakeholders
Prepare and present educational material based on adult education principles
Participate in policy and procedure development
Ensure adherence to safety protocols for patients and staff
Benefits
Support for education and continuous professional development
Strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
Access to resources for mental health and wellness initiatives
Commitment to adherence of nursing standards and safety protocols
Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
Department: Mental Health & the Law
QUALIFICATIONS
Certification/Experience/Knowledge:
Current Certificate of Registration - College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) Certificate required (recent within the last twelve months)
Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate an asset
Graduate of a recognized Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program required
Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) required
Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse, Canada (CPMHNC) an asset
A minimum of 5 years recent and relevant psychiatric nursing experience required
Demonstrated clinical knowledge and expertise with the population groups served by these Lodges, including individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, and experience working within Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Recovery Programs an asset
Demonstrated knowledge of the forensic mental health system, legislation, and risk management practices an asset
Experience with both inpatients and outpatients is an asset
Knowledge of recovery oriented practices required
Knowledge and experience teaching principles of mental health recovery and interventions required
Good working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice required
Excellent demonstrated physical, psychiatric and psychosocial assessment and intervention skills required
Demonstrated ability to prepare and present educational material based on the principles of adult education required
Demonstrated knowledge of pertinent legislation such as the Mental Health Act required
Knowledge of quality improvement concepts and methods an asset
Demonstrated ability to apply the principles of recovery and trauma informed care
Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and evaluate educational curricula and training sessions
Experience in Policy and Procedure development required
Self-directed professional who functions with minimal supervision required
Excellent demonstrated flexibility, organizational and leadership skills required
Experience working with inter-professional collaborative teams, committees and community stakeholders required
Ability to participate in professional groups dedicated to excellence in nursing practice with the patient populations served
Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with best practice in patient populations served (i.e., schizophrenia, mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis) is an asset
Demonstrated team player required
Excellent demonstrated interpersonal, communications and reporting skills (verbal and written) required
Critical problem solving and decision making skills required
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing education required
Computer skills-keyboarding and software applications required
Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity
Must adhere to the Hospital's core values
Must demonstrate commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
Good attendance and work record required
Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is an asset
Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the ONA Local 020 Collective Agreement
