Registered Nurse - Mental Health - Acute Crisis Evaluation & Response Team - Part time A
Department: Mental Health - Acute Crisis Evaluation & Response Team

Status: Part-Time

Union Association: ONA

Position Summary: Reporting to the Manager of Mental Health Programs, the Registered Nurse provides a full range of client‑centred clinical services, including responding to patients and families in crisis; completing clinical, physical, and risk assessments; administering medications within scope; coordinating care; educating patients and families; advocating for patient needs; supporting discharge planning; and liaising with community partners.

As part of the Acute Crisis Evaluation & Response Team (ACERT), the Registered Nurse functions as the primary nurse for patients presenting in crisis to the Emergency Mental Health Assessment and Care (EMAC) space. Responsibilities include timely psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, de‑escalation, suicide and violence risk assessment, medication administration within scope, leading Code Whites, ensuring least restraints practices, coordinating care with psychiatry and the ED team, supporting transitions to Inpatient Mental Health (IPMH), and participating in handovers from police or MCRT as required.

ACERT nurses enhance communication between EMAC, ED, psychiatry, and IPMH; reduce duplicate assessments; and contribute to improved patient safety, flow, and overall care quality.

Practice is expected to align with CNO Standards of Nursing Practice and hospital policies.



Ongoing competence is maintained through continuous education and active participation in the CNO Quality Assurance Program.

This role is subject to change as the ACERT model evolves.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

BScN is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

Post‑diploma certification in psychiatric/mental health nursing considered an asset

Demonstrated experience with risk assessments, suicide prevention, principles of crisis theory and intervention

Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Valid BCLS certification

Competency to administer naloxone in emergent situations

Non‑Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training required

Completion of Suicide Intervention Training and Crisis Management is considered an asset

ASIST training (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) is considered an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Previous experience working in a Mental Health program

Proven ability to conduct nursing assessments, risk assessments, and suicide prevention





Demonstrated crisis intervention skills for both telephone and in‑person encounters

Demonstrated knowledge and skill in providing treatment to persons with acute and/or severe mental illness

Knowledge of inpatient and community‑based mental health resources

Knowledge of trauma‑informed care

Experience providing evidence‑based modalities such as CBT, Narrative Therapy, Brief Solution‑Focused Therapy, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention/management

Knowledge of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, least restraint, RHPA, SDA, HCCA, PHIPA)

Knowledge of psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatment methods

Strong clinical assessment skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Experience working in a computerized environment

Participation in research and continuous quality improvement

Sensitivity to stigma experienced by those with psychiatric diagnoses

Commitment to culturally diverse and 2SLGBTQ‑sensitive care

Excellent oral and written communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills

Flexibility and adaptability in a fast‑paced environment

Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills

Excellent attendance and availability

Ability to act as Code White Leader, apply and monitor restraints safely, conduct Mental Status Exams, document clinical assessments, coordinate transitions to IPMH, and communicate observation levels—core expectations within ACERT practice

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📌 Registered Nurse - Mental Health - Acute Crisis Evaluation & Response Team - Part-Time A (Ontario)
🏢 BROCKVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL
📍 Ontario