Inpatient Geriatric Mental Health Nurse

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare facility in Hamilton is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Mental Health and Addiction Programs. The role involves providing holistic, evidence-based care for patients with complex mental illnesses. Candidates should have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and preferred C.N.A. certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. This position is integral to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient recovery and rehabilitation, particularly for older adults facing mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• C.N.A. certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing is preferred.
• One year of recent clinical experience working with older adults required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain culturally sensitive therapeutic nurse/client relationships.
• Plan and deliver individualized care with each client/family.
• Administer medications and provide treatments as prescribed.

Skills

Therapeutic nurse-client relationship

Crisis Prevention Training

Complex family dynamics

Therapeutic boundaries

Effective therapeutic relationships

Education

C.N.A. certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Job description

A regional healthcare facility in Hamilton is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Mental Health and Addiction Programs. The role involves providing holistic, evidence-based care for patients with complex mental illnesses. Candidates should have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and preferred C.N.A. certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. This position is integral to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient recovery and rehabilitation, particularly for older adults facing mental health challenges.