Dementia Care RN - Recovery-Oriented & Bilingual

NBRHC; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bay Regional Health Centre seeks a registered nurse to join the Regional Dementia Care team (Oak Lodge & Nickel Lodge). The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of older adults with dementia, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will apply trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented practices, and knowledge of pharmacotherapy; bilingual English/French is valued.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers certificate (within 12 months)
• Experience with older adults showing responsive behaviours and recovery-oriented practice
• Knowledge of neurodegenerative disorders and relevant pharmacotherapy
• Knowledge of PHIPA, Mental Health Act and related acts
• Experience with concurrent disorders and trauma-informed care principles
• Experience providing assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for complex mental health conditions
• Understanding of The Recovery Model and community reintegration
• Willingness to work in an interdisciplinary environment
• Educational assets: GPA, PIECES, Montessori methods for dementia
• Excellent de-escalation skills
• Willingness to work shifts across programs
• Bilingual English/French advanced level (French test may be required)

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for older adults with dementia
• Apply recovery-oriented practice and patient-centered care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families
• Deliver health teaching to individuals and groups
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality improvement
• Demonstrate strong communication and leadership within the care team

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Leadership as a team member

Health teaching

Quality improvement

Problem solving

Basic computer knowledge

Safety culture

Education

Registered Nurse - CNO in good standing

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

North Bay Regional Health Centre seeks a registered nurse to join the Regional Dementia Care team (Oak Lodge & Nickel Lodge). The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of older adults with dementia, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will apply trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented practices, and knowledge of pharmacotherapy; bilingual English/French is valued.