Position Overview
Reporting to the Director Health Services (Acute Care), the Mental Health Liaison Nurse (MHLN) is part of the Emergency Department Team and functions in a shared care model. The MHLN will assist and support assessment, treatment, disposition, and short‑term follow up of people experiencing mental health issues/crises in the emergency room, including facilitation of hospital admissions. The role requires independent judgment in prioritizing work and determining methods to manage unusual matters while adhering to the mission and policies of Southern Health‑Santé Sud.

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years acute mental health experience in the last three years.

Experience with the shared care model of mental health service delivery.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

Undergraduate degree in Nursing.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Current registration with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba or the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba and the scope of practice as defined by the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).

Current Canadian Nurses Association certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health.

Qualifications And Skills

Sound working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Vulnerable Person’s Act, Child and Family Services Act, Protection of Person’s in Care Act, and relevant regulations.

Knowledge of cultural diversity and practices of the population served.

Knowledgeable about psychotropic medications and substance abuse and addictions.





Ability to foster a team-oriented interdisciplinary environment supporting quality services, improvement, and staff empowerment.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Conflict resolution skills.

Able to lead and make autonomous decisions.

Analytical and inquiring approach to problem‑solving and program improvement.

Commitment to ongoing professional growth and competency.

Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet position demands.

Proficiency in both official languages (essential for bilingual positions).

Respect confidentiality across all formats.

Good work and attendance record.

Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, all‑purpose insured vehicle, and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

Meet the physical and mental demands of the job.

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.

Occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Travel to other regional facilities may be required.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community,



is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work‑related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities within Southern Health‑Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

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📌 Mental Health Liaison Nurse - Repost (Manitoba)
🏢 Southern Health Sante Sud
📍 Manitoba