Nurse B - Registered Nurse

Healthcareersinsask.ca; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Swift Current seeks a competent clinical practitioner for the Mental Health Transition Team. The role involves assisting individuals and families with complex health-care needs and requires extensive experience in mental health services. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and supervisory experience. This full-time position offers multiple shifts and contributions to a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years recent experience in Mental Health related services.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience.
• Nursing experience with clients having chronic mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals, groups, and families with health-care needs.
• Demonstrate a caring approach reflecting expertise.
• Work in the Mental Health Transition Team.

Skills

Time management skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Individual assessment and counseling skills

Knowledge of various mental disorders

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Nursing diploma

Psychiatric Nursing diploma

Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing

Job description

Overview

Competent clinical practitioner assisting individuals, groups and families with health-care needs ranging from uncomplicated to complex and rapidly changing status. Demonstrates a caring approach which reflects and incorporates expertise.

Details

• Position # : 9000856
• Expected Start Date : May 05, 2025
• Union : SUN
• Facility : Swift Current Community Services
• City / Town : Swift Current
• Department : Mental Health Transition Team
• Type : Full-time regular
• FTE : 1
• Shift Information : Days
• Hours of Work : 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
• Relief : No
• Float : No
• Field Hours : No
• Salary or Pay Band : Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440
• Travel Required : No

Experience

• Minimum 3 years recent experience in Mental Health related services
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
• Nursing experience working with clients with chronic mental illness

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Other Education and Training

• Nursing diploma is acceptable
• Psychiatric Nursing diploma is acceptable
• Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing is acceptable

Competencies

• Time management skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in individual assessment and counselling skills
• Knowledge of Rehabilitation Program Guidelines demonstrated
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act and Family Services Act
• Knowledge of Social Assistance Program Regulations
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Knowledge of RPNAS Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of Mental Health Approved Home Policy & Regulations
• Knowledge in various mental disorders, etiology, treatment and intervention
• Knowledge of Regional Health Policies

Other Information

• Registered / eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Registered / eligible with the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of SK
• Travel within the region and provincially
• For more information on the city of Swift Current please visit http://www.swiftcurrent.ca/

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

About the Team

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (eg, certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and / or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note : Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.