Registered Nurse - Forensic Psychiatry M3 (Primary), Acute Stabilization Unit HE2 (Secondary)

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility specializing in mental health is seeking a Registered Nurse in Hamilton, Ontario. This role involves providing quality nursing care to patients with complex mental illnesses, adhering to professional standards and legislation. Candidates must be registered nurses with relevant certifications and experience in psychiatric nursing. The position includes rotating shifts and a commitment to person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and associated legislation.
• Proficient computer skills for assessment report writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses.
• Model professional leadership within the inter-professional team.
• Manage risk in accordance with the Criminal Code of Canada.

Skills

Crisis intervention and conflict resolution

Interpersonal and de-escalation skills

Advanced communication skills

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (preferred)

Current BCLS/HCP certification

Job description

UNIT PROFILE

The Forensic Psychiatry Program work towards restoring and maintaining the mental health and well-being of mentally disordered adult offenders while managing risk as mandated by the Criminal Code of Canada and ordered by the Ontario Review Board. This multi-disciplinary team includes nursing and allied health professionals working together to provide a wide range of assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services. In this capacity the Forensic Psychiatry Program provides: clinical, risk and medico-legal assessments, inpatient treatments in General and Secure environments, and outpatient treatment and community reintegration services/support for the Central-South region and Halton.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse provides care for patients in accordance with the mission, vision and values of SJHH and the Mental Health and Addiction Program (MHAP), the standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario, and the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nursing (CFMHN) Standards. Nurses in the MHAP are committed to the alleviation of stigma and discrimination related to mental health and addiction, as well as reduction of the use of seclusion and restraint in all our services. The principles of person-centred nursing, recovery and trauma informed care is foundational to this specialized nursing practice. As a member of the inter-professional team, the RN is responsible for the provision of quality, holistic, specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses. The RN provides safe, evidence-based therapeutic interventions across the care continuum. The RN completes assessments, plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions, documents and evaluates interventions. The RN models professional leadership and provides decision-making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter-professional team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)), or commitment to complete within 5 years of hire as a condition of employment, is preferred
• CurrentBCLS/HCP certification is required.
• CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) is required.
• Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience with demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability in the care of patients with serious mental illness required
• Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act, Consent and Capacity, and other legislation relevant to the practice of psychiatric/mental health nursing is required.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, professional standards and guidelines, SJHH corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures, including successful completion of WHMIS training.
• Knowledge of documentation standards, privacy legislation, and health record management processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the assessment and management of co-morbid medical disorders (ie. diabetes, metabolic monitoring, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Status Examinations (MSE).
• Demonstrated knowledge of individual counseling and group skills (ie. DBT, MI, IPT, CBT, Behavioral Activation).
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
• Knowledge of risk assessment and management, including knowledge of trauma informed care and alternatives to seclusion and restraint, and associated risks.
• Knowledge and practice of safe and secure environment for clients/families/teams by listening, discussing, exploring, clarifying and acting on their concerns, needs and priorities.
• Proficient computer skills including successful completion of Resident Assessment Instrument – Mental Health (RAI-MH) training upon hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated leadership, superior problem solving, critical thinking skills and strong team building skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and de-escalation skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacology, including current psychotropic medications and side effects.

Forensic Psychiatry Program-specific Qualifications

• Prior recent psychiatric/mental health nursing experience is required; additional experience in forensic psychiatry is preferred
• Evidence of understanding of Criminal Code of Canada as it pertains to mentally disordered offenders
• Demonstrated familiarity and understanding of Risk Assessment Tools (ie. HARM/AIS)
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of custody and caring in the clinical care of mentally disordered offenders
• Advanced oral and written communication skills and proficient computer skills required for assessment report writing and word processing

HOURS OF WORK

Rotating shifts and extended hours - days, nights, weekends, holidays

NOTE: The successful applicant to this position will be cross trained in order to also be able to provide shift coverage to the established sister unit - Acute Stabilization unit (HE2). Tours on HE2 will be scheduled in conjunction with successful applicant's M3 schedule and will be determined by the needs on both HE2 and M3 and will include rotating shifts.

St. Joe’s fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other.

St. Joseph’s Nursing Vision is to make a difference in the lives of those we care for, our organization, and the future of our community through achievement of excellence in nursing and commitment to a culture of nursing innovation, empowerment, leadership and accountability.