Reporting to the Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) works collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to provide patient care to patients with acute mental health, addictions, dementia and other neurological conditions within the professional scope of practice. In keeping with a client-focused philosophy, the functions of this role are to assist patients and co-workers in achieving optimal outcomes in a safe and therapeutic environment, as well as supporting positive transitions back to the community.
Skills/Abilities/Qualifications
Required
Current Ontario College of Nurses registration or eligibility
Successful completion of CNA for Mental Health or willingness to obtain
Recent Psychiatric Nursing experience within the past three years
Working knowledge of Mental Health Act and the DSM-V-TR
Valid non-violence crisis intervention Course
Demonstrated ability to conduct psycho/social and mental status assessment including risk assessment
Knowledge of community resources and navigation of broader mental health system
Demonstrated ability to think critically and respond effectively to emergent situations
Ability to provide a brief solution-focused therapy modality as well as support, advocacy and education services to patients and as needed to their support person(s)
Knowledge and application of BPGs for the Older Adult including P.I.E.C.E. S.,
GPA and RNAO’s “3D’s” or a willingness to learn/accept training and integrate into practice
Provide support, advocacy and education services to patients and as needed to their support person(s)
Experience and knowledge in Medication Delivery and relevant side effects
Excellent leadership, problem solving, decision making, organizational and patient assessment skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills demonstrated
Ability to work cooperatively within a multi-disciplinary team setting
Commitment to continuing education and agreement to take mandatory courses
Plan, develop and conduct inpatient groups
Ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays, according to the schedule commitment to the unit
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a protected workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Preferred
Baccalaureate degree in nursing
Canadian Nursing Association Mental Health Nursing Certificate or eligibility
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📌 Registered Nurse – Inpatient Mental Health #383-25 (Ontario)
🏢 Brightshores Health System
📍 Ontario
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