Nurse (Alberta)

Nurse (Alberta)

31 Jul
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enCompass Community Safety Agency
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Alberta

31 Jul

enCompass Community Safety Agency

Alberta

For over 75 years enCompass has been building safe and inclusive communities by supporting individuals to navigate change – and lead healthy, meaningful lives. We provide holistic services and wraparound supports that address the root causes of crime and social disorder. We do this through preventative and restorative activities including release planning, housing, safety planning, employment transition, education, substance recovery, cultural supports and more. By exemplifying care, compassion and understanding, we are laying the foundations for positive change.

We are a values-driven organization that supports clients from a strength-based approach. If your values are aligned with our core values listed at: https://myencompass.ca/about-us/who-we-are/ , please consider joining our team.

Position Summary
101 st Street Apartments is a Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) funded by the Correctional Service of Canada (C.S.C) and operated by enCompass. The CBRF works with high-risk adult males, with various psychiatric disorders and physical disabilities, who are on release in the community, under the authority of The Parole Board of Canada. Our goal is to assist and support clients in their transition from incarceration to community living. The Nurse is part of a Case Management Team (CMT) that directly oversees client care, risk and well-being. The Nurse is responsible for coordinating a weekly on-site Psychiatric clinic, coordinating medication refills and deliveries, contributing to client care to ensure clients take their medications as prescribed and providing both staff and clients with learning opportunities to increase their knowledge surrounding different mental health, cognitive and dual diagnosis challenges and best ways to support clients.

Responsibilities
Administration

Completion of accurate written daily documentation (log entries, contact notes, incident reports,



medication book entries)

Client Support

Participate in weekly clinics (with the client), case conferences, unit meetings, and individual client meetings as required.

Develop wellness plans as required.

Adapt services to meet the needs of diverse populations as per unit policy

Health and Safety

To provide the best possible service in terms of support, risk management and community referrals for each resident.

Communicate pertinent information to supervisor and other staff as necessary

Community Engagement

Maintain positive relationships with the Pharmacy, FACS, CSC program and healthcare staff.

Participate in agency activities and meetings and support colleagues as needed.

Value differences amongst coworkers.

Contributes to overall agency mission, vision, and values.

Contribute to a positive culture by assisting and supporting colleagues as needed and encourage and teach others about the unit’s operations.

Contribute to the teaching and training of new staff and clients in relation to psychiatric illness, medical treatments and psychopharmacology.

Qualifications / Skills
Critical Criteria

Must have valid CPR and First Aid Certificate

Current Nursing Registration in the Province of Alberta

Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team

Preferred Criteria





Previous clinical experience in psychiatric mental health nursing with knowledge, skill and ability in assessments, treatment and evaluation of clients.

Broad knowledge of mental health assessment and psychopharmacology

Knowledge and skills relating to crisis intervention and ability to apply non-violent crisis intervention

Experience and knowledge of the care and treatment of clients with dual diagnosis

Broad knowledge of the care and treatment of common chronic physical illnesses and disabilities

Comprehensive knowledge base of major mental health disorders and treatments

Knowledge of relevant health care legislation and the Criminal Code of Canada, as it pertains to mentally disordered offenders

Conditions of Employment

Required to work 20–24 hours per week during daytime hours.

Must be available to work Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

A Clear Criminal Record Check, and Enhanced Reliability Check are required for this position. A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with enCompass, we evaluate each application individually

What we offer

The hourly wage range for this position is $42.45 - $53.06

enCompass strives to provide a meaningful work setting through the following:

Strong focus on employee wellness and work-life balance

Service recognition and employee awards

Staff team building and appreciation days

Competitive health, dental and RRSP benefits

Please include how you heard about the position in the cover letter. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Building Safe, Inclusive Communities.

enCompass is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from people of Indigenous heritage, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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📌 Nurse (Alberta)
🏢 enCompass Community Safety Agency
📍 Alberta

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