Description

CCC-6 is an exciting inpatient service within the Clinical Care (CCC) program at CAMH, and is seeking a Part time (0.45) FTE, Registered Practical Nurse to join the team. CCC-6 is a 25-bed unit (20 general bed+ 5 bed PICU), that provides support to clients who are 18+ experiencing the acute phase of a mental and/or addictions disorder. You will be able to work with clients from diverse populations; contribute to program development; participate in reflective practice sessions; facilitate group programming on the unit; provide mentorship and supervision to students and participate in the research activities for the program.

Successful candidates are well supported by unit leadership team, the Advance Practice Clinical Leader and Manager, during their orientation. Unit orientation focuses on developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to work safely and effectively on an acute general psychiatric unit. Staff are expected to practice safely and in accordance to the Practice Standards outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and Canadian Standards of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (CFMHN).

CCC-6 is a great place to practice, learn and grow.

Responsibilities

-Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, families and the interdisciplinary team

-Demonstrate competency in monitoring, assessment and documentation for:

-Mental health and substance-related disorders

-Trauma-responsive behaviours

-Mental status and physical health assessments

-Client response to pharmaceutical interventions

-Demonstrate motivation to develop knowledge and skills of trauma-informed care, culturally competent care, crisis

-intervention, mental health and addiction diagnoses and treatment modalities

-Demonstrate motivation to develop group facilitation skills

-This position requires 12-hour day, evening, night and weekend rotations.



This position is located at 1051 Queen Street Site.

Qualifications

-Be registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

-Current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is required

-Preference will be given to candidates who possess, or are pursuing a CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

-Psychiatric nursing experience with individuals with mental illness and/or addictions is an asset

-Effective leadership, decision-making, organizational and problem solving skills are required

-Computer literacy is required

-Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

If you are interested in this position, please ensure that you apply before 5pm EST of the closing date. If your application is received past 5pm EST of the closing date, your application will not be accepted.

Salary Range: $32.42 – $38.33 per hour

ALL POSTINGS

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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