Registered Nurse (Inpatient Mental Health Services)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our inpatient Mental Health Unit and MHEAZ in the Emergency Department. You will provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing care, assess patients and families, participate in group therapies and discharge planning, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

The role supports trauma-informed, recovery-focused care in our new Thomson Centre and may require working across different mental health services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of mental health nursing experience in inpatient/outpatient/community settings.
• Strong knowledge of Mental Health Act and reform processes.
• Ability to deliver client-centered, recovery-focused and trauma-informed care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficient computer use and adherence to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing care including patient and family assessment.
• Deliver group therapies and coordinate discharge planning.
• Work on the acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit and MHEAZ in the Emergency Department; may cover other mental health services as needed.

Skills

Mental health nursing

Assessment & discharge planning

Trauma-informed care

Suicide risk assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Psychotropic medication knowledge

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Flexibility with shifts

Education

Registered Nurse with College of Nurses of Ontario Registration

BScN preferred

CPMHN(C) asset

Job description

Overview

Bring your caring heart to the heart of the east at Michael Garron Hospital

Bring your caring heart to the heart of the east at Michael Garron Hospital

Come join our outstanding team of mental health clinicians as we begin our care journey in the brand new Ken and Marilyn Thomson Patient Care Centre (Thomson Centre).

We are excited to offer compassionate, person-centred and trauma-informed care and services in a state-of-the art facility.

The new Thomson Centre features private, light-filled rooms with the addition of sensory rooms, lounges, relaxation and activity spaces designed to enhance the experience of patients, families, caregivers and staff.

In keeping with best-practice innovations, we are pleased to be implementing Safewards, a new model designed to improve quality of care, prevent workplace violence and enhance safety for our patients, visitors and staff.

Michael Garron Hospital is a proud member of East Toronto Health Partners, the Ontario Health Team serving East Toronto. We are honoured to serve one of Canada’s most diverse communities.

Our strong organizational culture makes Michael Garron Hospital a wonderful place to work, learn and grow your professional life.

Come be a part of the future of mental health care in the heart of the east.

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of comprehensive psychiatric nursing care, including assessment of patients and families, group therapies, discharge planning and coordination on an acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit and in the MHEAZ (Mental Health Emergency Assessment Zone) of the Emergency Department. The RN may also be required to work in other mental health services and programs, based on operational needs.

Education

• Registered Nurse with current certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses of Ontario
• BScN preferred
• CPMHN(C) is an asset

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of recent Mental Health Nursing experience: either Inpatient, Outpatient, Community-Based, or a combination required.
• Demonstrated excellence in both psychiatric and medical nursing diagnosis, assessment, intervention, and evaluation processes.
• Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act/Mental Health Reform.
• Ability to articulate clearly the philosophy of client centered care, recovery, trauma-informed and strength-based and harm reduction strategies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of counselingand therapeutic techniques.
• Excellent understanding of psychotropic medication.
• Demonstrated excellence in the Assessment of Mental Status, including Suicide Risk Assessments.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Must be willing to work in all areas of the Health Service (skills & abilities considered).
• Commitment to on-going professional development and/or education.
• A demonstrated willingness to be flexible and work all shifts as required.
• Computer competency required.
• Maintains competence relative to current practice.
• Good work and attendance record required.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.