NEW* Registered Practical Nurse {CUPE MH-26-499}

North Bay Regional Health Centre; North Bay; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bay Regional Health Centre is seeking a Registered Nurse with current Ontario registration and BLS certification to support mental health services. The role emphasizes understanding recovery-oriented practice and working within the legal and mental health framework.

A GPA certificate is an asset, with required collaboration in a safety-conscious team environment. Applicants should have experience with individuals with serious mental illness and a solid knowledge of CNO Standards.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration as a Nurse in Ontario is required.
• BLS certification for Health Care Providers is required (recent within 12 months).
• GPA certificate is an asset.
• Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness is required.
• Knowledge of Recovery Oriented Practice Supporting Patient Choice.
• Knowledge of CNO Standards of Nursing Practice.
• Forensic Nursing knowledge is an asset.
• Basic computer knowledge is an asset.

Skills

Nursing registration

BLS for Health Care Providers

GPA certificate

Mental health experience

Recovery oriented practice

Nursing standards knowledge

Forensic nursing knowledge (asset)

Basic computer knowledge

Conflict resolution

Code response (White/Red)

Bilingual English/French (advantage)

Education

Certificate of Registration – College of Nurses of Ontario

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers

GPA certificate (asset)

Experience with individuals with serious mental illness

Recovery Oriented Practice knowledge

Standards of Nursing Practice knowledge – CNO

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Department: Mental Health And The Law - Deer Lodge

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Current Certificate of Registration ~ College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) Certificate required (recent within the last twelve months)
• Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate an asset
• Demonstrated experience working with individuals with serious mental illness required
• Knowledge of Recovery Oriented Practice Supporting Patient Choice
• Good working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice required
• Knowledge of Forensic Nursing and Legal Framework is an asset
• Basic computer knowledge is an asset

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to apply conflict resolution skills required
• Must be able to respond and fully participate in all codes (White, Red, etc.) required
• Must adhere to the Hospital's core values
• Excellent level of interpersonal skills required
• Excellent level of written and verbal communication skills required
• Ability to effectively provide health teaching to individuals as required
• Ability to effectively assume a role as a collaborative member of the health team
• Valid Class "G" driver's licence required
• Good attendance and work record required
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work all scheduled shifts (days, nights, weekends)
• Must demonstrate commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers an visitors
• Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE 139 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER