Nurse Manager

Health PEI; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 63,038 - 77,545; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Charlottetown, PEI is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead nursing and clinical services. The role requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing and extensive experience in psychiatric nursing. Responsibilities include management, budgeting, and staff guidance. A competitive salary range of CA$45.76/hr - CA$56.29/hr is offered for 75 bi-weekly hours, with shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in psychiatric and mental health nursing.
• High level of critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous supervisory/administrative nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and management of nursing and clinical services.
• Participate in the budget process and monitor clinical performance.
• Collaborate with staff and support professional development.
• Provide practical guidance and support to nursing staff.

Skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Team-building

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing

Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Overview

Nurse Manager — Health PEI, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Responsibilities

• Leadership, supervision, and management of nursing and clinical services
• Leadership role in preventative measures and follow-up associated with quality assurance and risk management
• Provide visible and practical guidance, supervision, direction, and support to nursing and clinical staff
• Participate in the development and implementation of Mental Health & Addictions strategic direction
• Partner with provincial colleagues in the provision of related services
• Serve as a professional role model promoting the organizational values and principles
• Contribute to a climate that fosters cooperation, collaboration, case management, teamwork and growth
• Monitor clinical performance against pre-determined objectives, standards, and budgets
• Collaborate with the clinical nurse educator in identifying the educational needs of staff and in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs
• Collaborate with the Public Service Commission in the recruitment, interview, and staff selection process; facilitate student placements and preceptorships
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule, providing after hours support to the acute care units
• Participate directly in the budget process; forecasting, implementing budget restraints, identifying capital submissions, monitoring and analyzing budget responsibilities, and reporting variances
• Supervises the procurement, maintenance, and use of equipment and supplies, keeps up to date on equipment needs, considers budget implications, and makes recommendations to senior administration
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island
• Must have extensive experience in psychiatric and mental health nursing
• Additional relevant education and experience in leadership will be considered an asset
• Considerable experience in supervisory/administrative nursing
• High level of critical thinking, organizational, judgment, and group management skills; ability to anticipate and assess future needs, problem solve, provide direction, and develop all aspects of the nursing and clinical departments
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing and collaborate effectively with staff, health professionals, patients, and families, with emphasis on conflict resolution and team-building
• Knowledge and broad understanding of the health care system on a provincial basis
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in health care that enable the development of options and recommendations
• Good previous work and attendance record
• Experience using computer programs and software, e.g., email, Microsoft Office, internet

Other Qualifications

• Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing with the Canadian Nurses Association is an asset
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention; Gentle Persuasive Approach; AdvanceCode White; and Suicide Risk Assessment preferred

Salary

Base pay range: CA$45.76/hr - CA$56.29/hr

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75.0 hours Bi-weekly - 8-hour shifts (Days); Evenings and Weekends as per Operational Requirements

Posting and Contact

Posting Id: 167490

Closing Date: Thursday September 11, 2025 at 4:00pm