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1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ RN

Mental Health Assessment Team

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

Why Join Us?

- Impactful Work : Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the

efficiency of our operations, in a values based team workplace.

- Competitive Compensation : We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract

top talent.

- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) : We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong

pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our

overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As

your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission : We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision : Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values : Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role : The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values





and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Reporting to the Manager Mental Health Services, you will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to

patients including complex patient populations whose outcomes are not predictable. As part of a interprofessional

health care team, you will practice within the Professional Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the

Philosophy of patient and family centered care, mission, vision, Values and the policies of Thunder Bay Regional

Health Sciences Centre.

The Mental Health Assessment Team Nurse works in conjunction with the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences

Emergency Department, Outpatient Mental Health, acute inpatient units, and the Regional hospitals to deliver in

person and virtual specialized psychiatric nursing assessments and care. The Mental Health Assessment Team

nurse uses psychiatric/mental health knowledge, skills and abilities to assess individuals experiencing an intense

mental health problem. The Mental Health Assessment Team Nurse makes appropriate recommendations for patient

care based on excellent judgment and knowledge of psychopathology, risk indicators, applicable legislation and





community resources.

Applicants must possess the following qualifications:

- Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or the ability to

become licensed with the College of Nurses of Ontario

- Current certification in BCLS
- 3 years recent experience in Acute Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing with experience caring for patients with

addictions and knowledge of mental health crisis and assessment services, crisis intervention models and practices,

community resources, risk assessment, and psychopathology

- Must have ASIST and NVCI training
- Knowledge of current legislation, including the Mental Health Act
- Ability to use the Nursing Process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) in conjunction with her/his

basic and ongoing knowledge to arrive at individualized care planning and delivery

- Identify and recognize abnormal or unexpected patient responses and take appropriate action
- Ability to simultaneously manage multiple nursing interventions
- Strong interprofessional and communication skills

In addition to the above qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who:

- Have a certification, or recent continuing education in Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing
- Training and knowledge of Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) systems

Salary Range: $41.150 to 58.980

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applic

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