2500001713 - Registered Nurse

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a temporary full-time position in Crisis Intervention. The role involves delivering compassionate and evidence-based care for patients experiencing mental health crises. Candidates should possess strong psychiatric nursing experience and registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team providing essential services to the community.

Qualifications

• Three years current acute psychiatric nursing experience required.
• CNA Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing preferred.
• Completion of Crisis Prevention Training course due within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Participate in crisis intervention and psychiatric assessment.
• Maintain nursing records and professionalism.
• Work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Psychiatric assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

BScN

Tools

BCLS certification

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ONA

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Status: Temporary Full Time (11 months)

Department: Crisis Intervention

Program: Mental Health & Addictions

DDNN - 8 and 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $39.070 - $56 per hour

ONA: 2500001713

Duties And Responsibilities

Participating as a member of the inter-diciplinary Crisis Intervention Team, the Registered Nurse, CIT, is responsible for evidenced based, trauma informed and compassionate crisis intervention and psychiatric assessment and care for patients referred for mental health concerns. As an individual practitioner, you are required to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice and maintain nursing records.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
• Three years current acute psychiatric nursing experience required;
• CNA Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing preferred;
• Completion of Crisis Prevention Training course, or completion within 1 month of hire.
• Current BCLS certificate is required;
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO;
• Current advanced psychiatric nursing experience related to crisis intervention required;
• Proven to have excellent knowledge of psychiatric medication options;
• Proven ability to have excellent interviewing, assessment, and communication skills;
• Proven knowledge of Community Mental Health Resources required;
• Demonstrated commitment to patient focused philosophy of care and anti-stigma practices;
• Demonstrated strong organizational, prioritization, interpersonal and problem-solving skills;
• BScN is asset.
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area;
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.

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