ABOUT THE CHANCE
Prosperity Workforce Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a respected mental health organization dedicated to providing specialized, evidence-informed care to children and families. The Mental Health Nurse will join an interdisciplinary team providing nursing assessment, care planning, medication support, health education and ongoing clinical support to children and their families.

Reporting to the Program Manager/ Program Supervisor, the Mental Health Nurse works collaboratively across clinical programs and settings to assess patients, develop and evaluate nursing care plans, provide medication education and support, and promote continuity of care. The successful candidate will bring strong pediatric experience, sound clinical judgment and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

This is an opportunity for an experienced pediatric nurse to contribute to children's mental health services while supporting patients and families through assessment, education, care coordination and evidence-informed nursing practice.

Location: Red Deer,Alberta, with travel between organizational sites as required
Status: Permanent

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Service Delivery

Complete comprehensive physical and psychosocial nursing assessments to identify mental health concerns, current risks and relevant health needs

Review laboratory and diagnostic findings, specialist reports and medical history as part of the assessment process

Complete medication reconciliation and monitor physiological parameters and medication side effects

Develop appropriate short- and long-term goals and provide nursing interventions to promote, maintain and restore health

Monitor, evaluate and modify nursing care plans based on patient response, changes in condition and the effectiveness of interventions

Provide patients and families with information and education regarding clinical conditions, ongoing care and health management

Provide relevant medication education and support

Assist with individual and group therapy as appropriate

Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record

Liaise with physicians and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity of care

Support families in connecting with primary care providers and other community resources

Provide nursing support across multiple teams, programs and clinical settings

Communicate relevant patient, service and workplace issues to leadership

Staff Development & Education





Act as a clinical resource and provide education and training to team members

Participate regularly and constructively in clinical and program team meetings

Provide preceptorship and support to students and interns as assigned

Maintain ongoing professional development and participate in continuous learning opportunities

Program Planning & Development

Identify opportunities to improve service delivery through evidence-informed practice

Work collaboratively with clinical teams and leadership to implement improvements to clinical processes

Participate in the development of children's mental health education and resource materials

Contribute to program planning and development initiatives across services

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required:

Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta

Minimum of three to five years of recent pediatric nursing experience in an ambulatory care setting

Experience providing care and support to children experiencing mental health concerns

Ability to maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification and physically perform the interventions associated with the training

Strong clinical assessment, communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills

Experience working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary mental health environment

Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands and adapt to changing or unexpected situations

Considered Assets:

Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related discipline

Acute care experience in children's mental health

Knowledge or experience in family therapy and/or group therapy

Experience providing mental health education or psychoeducation

Experience working within school-based mental health programming

Experience supporting quality improvement, program development or evaluation initiatives

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills





Knowledge of pediatric mental health and an appreciation for interdisciplinary approaches to care

Ability to apply theoretical and research-based knowledge to clinical nursing practice

Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills

Ability to identify barriers and develop practical solutions

Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team

Ability to prioritize work and manage responsibilities across multiple programs and services

Demonstrated ability to make evidence-based clinical decisions

Strong understanding of confidentiality, privacy legislation and professional nursing standards

Familiarity with electronic medical records and clinical information systems

Ability to build collaborative relationships and communicate respectfully with patients, families, colleagues and external partners

Commitment to quality improvement and continuous professional development

Flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing patient, program and organizational needs

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Current registration in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta

Maintenance of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification

Ability to physically perform interventions learned through TCI training

Ability and willingness to travel between organizational sites as required

Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods

Adequate vision and hearing to interact effectively with patients and team members

Manual dexterity required for computer-based work

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and complying with applicable privacy requirements

WHAT'S ON OFFER
This role offers the opportunity to join an interdisciplinary mental health environment focused on supporting children and families through evidence-informed, collaborative care.

Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to children's mental health services

Collaborative work within an interdisciplinary clinical team

Opportunities for professional development, education and continuous learning

Involvement in program development, quality improvement and evidence-informed practice

Opportunity to support patients and families across multiple clinical and community settings

Meaningful collaboration with healthcare professionals, families, schools and community partners

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📌 Mental Health Nurse - Classrooms (Alberta)
🏢 Prosperity Workforce Solutions
📍 Alberta