Registered Practical Nurse, Forensic Psychiatry Program

St. Joseph's Health Care London; London; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health Care London offers a full-time position in the Forensic Psychiatry Program at Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care.

The nurse will work within an interdisciplinary team providing care to individuals with severe mental illness, with opportunities for education and affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College. New graduates may apply if eligible for CCPN funding; program supports extensive clinical development in pharmacology, assessment, and

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration.
• Experience with clients who have severe and persistent mental illness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work well within an interdisciplinary team and independently when needed.
• Willingness to travel within the catchment area and comply with OHSA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to clients with severe and persistent mental illness as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Assess, plan, implement and document nursing care and patient progress.
• Support education and rehabilitation activities within forensic psychiatry.
• Respond effectively to psychiatric and physical emergencies and crises.

Skills

Nurse registration

CPR certification

Pharmacology knowledge

Mental health nursing

Team collaboration

French (preferred)

Job description

Forensic Psychiatry Program

Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care - St. Thomas, ON

Full Time

Salary Range: $39.96 - $40.37 /hour

St. Joseph's Health Care is willing to consider applicants who are eligible for Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN). This program provides $25,000 in grant funding to eligible RPNs/RNs/ Nurse Practitioners in exchange for a two-year full-time commitment. To learn more about the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN), please visit www.healthforceontario.ca/en/Home/All_Programs/Community_Commitment_Program_for_Nurses.

Note: This position is current assigned to Forensic Treatment Unit North (A2) however this is subject to change.

It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer.

The Forensic Psychiatry Program has adopted the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Model as its overarching philosophical framework. This philosophy is built on a set of principles and values that emphasize client and family involvement in decision making, client choice, the provision of a range of services to meet treatment, rehabilitation and support needs, and a commitment from mental health service professionals to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients based on their stated preferences, wishes, desires and life plans. As part of the forensic system, this must also be accomplished within the parameters defined by the Ontario Review Board within each patient's Disposition order. The Forensic Psychiatry Program is also highly invested in both education and research and has various connections with the University of Western Ontario.

Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the successful candidate will provide nursing care to clients with severe and persistent mental illness.

New graduate nurses eligible to obtain their temporary or general class registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario are encouraged to apply. This is an exciting opportunity for a new graduate nurse looking to expand their nursing assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation skills in the field of Forensic Psychiatry. As part of a multidisciplinary team you will have the ability to develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Essential Qualifications

• Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Valid CPR certificate
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration
• Experience and knowledge of the special needs and nursing care needs of clients with severe and persistent mental illness
• Good working knowledge of mental health legislation
• Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships and able to work as an effective team member
• Ability to coordinate care collaboratively with the Registered Nurse and other multi-disciplinary team members as well as to function independently with clients with a predictable outcome
• Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process
• Ability to relate therapeutically with clients
• Demonstrated skills in effectively responding to psychiatric and physical emergencies and/or crisis situations
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and strong organizational skills
• Ability to apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position
• Travel within the catchment area
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset.
• Minimum of one year experience in mental health
• Completion of courses in psychiatric nursing

Teaching and Research

• St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing