Saint John Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1254756

Horizon Health Network; Saint John; Presencial; CAD 63.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Horizon Health Network in Saint John, NB is seeking a Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) for permanent full-time work. The role involves planning and delivering total nursing care, client home visits, case management, medication administration and crisis support. Must be registered with CNNB and hold current BLS with additional trainings planned.

The position requires English proficiency, day shift availability, and a commitment to ongoing education within a collaborative care setting.

Formación

• Must be registered with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (CNNB).
• Minimum of 1950 hours of recent and direct A/MH experience within the last 2 years.
• Current BLS and willingness to obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and related trainings.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document patient care using nursing process.
• Provide case management and counselling services.
• Maintain NANB standards of practice documentation.
• Support client/family centered collaborative care.
• Develop and adjust individualized nursing care plans and recovery goals.
• Engage in therapeutic relationships to support patients and families.

Conocimientos

Nursing team collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Patient advocacy

Confidentiality

Leadership potential

Educación

CNNB registration

Post secondary certificate in Mental Health Nursing or CNA

Current BLS certification

Descripción del empleo

Saint John Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1254756

Location: Saint John area (Horizon), _Registered Nurse - Saint John Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 164907 External

Posted: October 29, 2026

Closes: November 11, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: November 16, 2026

Location: Adult Short Term Services

Saint John Community Mental Health Services ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification: Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA)

Job Classification Type: NBNU

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 45.49 to 55.32 per hour (If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, W)

JOB PURPOSE

To participate in the planning and delivery of total nursing care to meet individual patient needs in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the nursing service and Addiction/Mental Health Program. Performs other duties as assigned. May be reassigned or required to float throughout the program as required. RNCA position with Clinical Case Management Team- Responsibilities include client home visits, case management, medication administration and crisis support.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (CNNB)
• High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients
• Minimum of 1950 hours of recent and direct A/MH experience within the last 2 years
• Post Secondary Certificate in Mental Health Nursing or CNA certification would be an asset
• Current BLS and willing to obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Concurrent Disorder Modules, Addictions 101
• Willingness to maintain re-certifications as required
• High level of interpersonal skills; ability to work well within a team and independently
• Knowledge of assessment tools and treatment modalities
• Awareness of relevant legislation and processes, including but not limited to the Mental Health Act, Family Services Act and NB Addiction withdrawal protocols
• Ability to develop care plans and initiate recovery planning
• Previous exemplary work and attendance record
• Excellent communication and Organizational skills
• Mandatory to participate in Reflective Clinical Supervision, Code White, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, and any other mandatory training.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuing education and is willing to participate in ongoing education to upgrade knowledge and skills, as is deemed necessary by candidates own current professional practice and/or Horizon Health Network
• Willingness to adhere to departmental/corporate policies and procedures
• Ability to perform the duties of the position

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Through the use of standardized tools, utilizes the nursing process as a framework to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document patient care
• Provides case management and counselling services
• Maintains documentation within NANB standards of practice
• Embraces a culture of client/family centered collaborative care
• Aids in the development of and continuously evaluates effectiveness of individual nursing care plans, ensuring modifications as needed
• Engages in therapeutic relationships and helps support and guide patients/families in their recovery planning
• Facilitates/participates in educational or therapeutic groups
• Ensures patient/family/community have been provided with information conducive to optimal outcomes
• Acts as a patient advocate, promoting an environment conducive to open communication and professionalism
• Maintains knowledge of treatments, equipment and supplies pertinent to the service
• Acts as a role model, working collaboratively with other team members
• Evaluates and communicates special patient needs and /or staffing needs to assure safe quality care provision

Educational/Human Resources

• Maintains personal certification skills required
• Models professionalism: maintains standards of practice and professional boundaries as determined by the service and NANB
• Acts in a leadership role for other professional and non-professional staff
• Assists with and supports the orientation of new staff
• Assists with educating patient/families/staff/community
• Supports the preceptorship program
• Promotes and demonstrates an interest in program activities, by attending staff meetings, participating on committees as requested and contributing to the development/evaluation of unit standards of care.
• Reports unsafe practices or professional misconduct which could possibly endanger patient safety
• Maintains an awareness of fiscal responsibility and promotes a culture of cost effectiveness
• Acts as a change agent to enhance quality of care, work environment and sustainability
• Works collaboratively with the Manager regarding optimization measures

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

• Communication

If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.