DEPARTMENT: MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS POSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUND UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU – SERVICE STATUS: FULL-TIME, TEMPORARY (APPROX. END DATE AUGUST 2027)REASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENT WAGE RATE: $37.071 - $38.157Reporting to the Manager of Mental Health and Addictions, the RPN will implement and monitor services to meet the needs of individuals with significant mental health and addiction issues following Recovery Principles. The RPN must be able to function independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team and work cooperatively with multiple service providers. This position is part of the Rapid Access Addiction Medicine clinic and requires travel throughout the catchment area (Grey and Bruce Counties) to deliver programs in conjunction with the Supportive Outreach Service (SOS) and to meet the needs of clients. This position is initially targeted to work in our RAAM team with the understanding that the RPN is a member of the Mental Health and Addictions Department and as such may be assigned to another program as needed.QUALIFICATIONSRequired:Current Registration with the Ontario College of NursesCompletion of a Psychiatric Nursing education programFamiliarity with principles and practice of the Recovery Model as well as case management and rehabilitationExtensive knowledge of current best practices in the treatment of substance abuse and concurrent disorders for individuals and families.Psycho/social and mental status assessment skillsExperience in medication delivery, administration and monitoringAbility to provide a wide range of counselling, support, advocacy and education services to clients,



their family members and others of significance in the client's lifeAbility to communicate positively and professionally with family members, community providers and physiciansMinimum two years' experience working in a multidisciplinary team in outpatient mental health and/or addiction servicesKnowledge of DSM-V and Mental Health ActExtensive traveling required - Possession of a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and reliable personal vehicleAbility to work closely as a member of a team and share responsibilitiesKnowledge of medication side effects and coping strategiesAbility to co-ordinate multiple interests to provide quality patient careAbility to problem solve and make effective decisions during highly stressful and potentially violent emergency situationsWillingness to learn recent concepts and integrate them into practiceTwo years recent experience working with significant mental health issues populationAbility to work all shiftsRecent satisfactory performance and attendance recordsDemonstrate, promote and encourage Brightshores' values – We Show Up for Each Other, We Are Trusted to Act, We Create Solutions Together, We Strive for Better, We Share AccountabilityAdvocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudesComply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and regulations, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment

📌 Registered Practical Nurse – Mental Health & Addictions (Owen Sound)
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📍 Owen Sound