Registered Nurse (Bilingual) (RPT 0.4 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health facility in Ottawa is seeking a qualified professional for the Geriatric Psychiatry program. This role focuses on assessing and treating mental health conditions in adults over 65, aiming to enhance their quality of life. Candidates must have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and relevant nursing experience. The position requires collaboration with families and community agencies to deliver comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Up to 3 months Nursing Experience.
• CPR certification within the last 12 months (BCLS at a minimum).
• English level A- and French level A- mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat mental illnesses in adults over 65.
• Focus on improving quality of life and recovery for older adults.
• Collaborate with families and community agencies.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communications skills

Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills

Problem solving, leadership and management skills

Sensitivity, skills and experience working with diverse individuals and communities

Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

Job description

Geriatric Psychiatry

Program assesses and treats mental illnesses in adults over 65. It focuses on improving quality of life and recovery for older adults dealing with conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other dementias. Care is provided in collaboration with families, primary care providers, and community agencies.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Up to 3 months Nursing Experience.
• Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues.
• Clear understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in psychiatric nursing practice as articulated in the Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Practice.
• Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues with specific knowledge about physical/medical compilations related to mental health and addictions.
• Able to meet the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses.
• CPR certification within the last 12 months (BCLS at a minimum).
• Evidence of continuing professional education.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Problem solving, leadership and management skills in responding to complex and rapidly changing situations.
• Sensitivity, skills and experience working with diverse individuals and communities.
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression. French level A- is mandatory in oral expression and oral comprehension.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.
• Experience in Mental Health and/or addictions.
• Membership and active participation in a professional nursing organization (RNAO).
• Certification in Gerontology.
• Gentle Persuasive approach training, P.I.E.C.E.S training or other related dementia care training.
• Knowledge of changes associated with the aging process.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology and special consideration for seniors.