Registered Nurse (RN)- Mental Health

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in Mental Health. The role involves providing holistic nursing care to patients while applying evidence-based practices. Candidates should have strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with relevant certifications ideally in psychiatric nursing to ensure quality care in this specialized setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and management including trauma informed care.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based therapeutic interventions for patients with complex mental illnesses.
• Complete assessments and organize treatment/therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate within the inter-professional team to support decision-making.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Communication

Crisis Intervention

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Resident Assessment Instrument – Mental Health (RAI-MH)

CPI – Crisis Prevention Training

Job description

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Position Details

Posting #: 31604

Department: Nursing Resource Team - Mental Health

Employee Type: Regular, Full Time

If Temporary, Number Of Weeks

Union: ONA

Openings Remaining: 1

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Sunday, Holidays

Time of Day: Days, Evenings, Nights

Shift: Rotating, 12 hour

Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 24/06/2025

Closing Date: 01/07/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Unit Profile

The Mental Health Nursing Resource Team is a staffing team that provides quality holistic nursing care to clients living with major mental disorders across the acute and tertiary care settings within the Mental Health & Addictions Program at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton. It is comprised of full time and part time RNs whose shifts are assigned to various clinical units to meet staffing requirements. Mental Health Nursing Resource Team nurses may be called in for relief or pre-booked as the need arises and will practice in multiple settings, including acute mental health (Charlton and West 5th Campuses), and tertiary mental health (West 5th Campus).

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
• Current BCLS/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
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
• 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)
• 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
• Good work performance and attendance record are essential
  
  

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.

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.

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