Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!Internal applications for this position within the UFCW bargaining unit must be received within 7 days of being posted to have seniority considered in the selection process.What You'll Be DoingProvide care to patients admitted in psychiatric crisis requiring short stay admission to in the Intensive Care Unit and the Assessment and Stabilization programContribute to fluctuating patient care needs according to CNO standards, RNAO Best Practice Guidelines, specific program philosophy and diversified patient populationsWork from nursing care plans established by the primary nurse for each patientAdminister psychiatric and non-psychiatric medications and treatmentsProvide group facilitationAssess and prevent suicide and manage aggressive behaviour through non-violent crisis intervention techniquesMaintain accurate and timely documentation and reportsEngage with interdisciplinary teams and individual team members as appropriateAct as a preceptor, mentor, coach, or resource nurse as appropriateParticipate in clinical discussions, team meetings, and patient/family conferencesWhat We're Looking ForLicensed as an RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in valuable standing2+ years of experience in Mental Health/Acute Assessment/Community Crisis careWorking knowledge of the Mental Health Act and community health resourcesCurrent CPR/Basic rescuer certificationKnowledge of documentation standards (CNO),



and privacy legislation (PHIPPA)Knowledge of CBT/DBT is an assetExperience with group facilitation is an assetAbility to effectively manage crisis situations and deal with acutely ill patientsCurrent knowledge and experience of assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders, including prevention of suicide and management of aggressive behaviourPrevious training in boundaries, suicide awareness, and medication administration is an assetAwareness and acknowledgement of the value of using measurement-based care when supporting patients/clients to help guide clinical decision making; experience an assetAbility to work independently and with multi-disciplinary teamProficient computer skills, and experience working with a number of systems and software applicationsThis job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. The starting rate of pay (Step 1) for this position is $36.62 hourly, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. Progression through the wage steps is governed by the terms of the collective agreement.As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.Why work with usHomewood Health is Canada's largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.

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