Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Zone & Location

Zone:
Labrador Grenfell Zone

Location:

LWHC - Labrador City - Labrador West Health Centre

Psychiatric Registered Nurse I

Labrador Grenfell Zone - LWC M/H Promotion Programme
Temporary Full-time
NLNU
56005RP1

Hours
: 75 Hours biweekly (8 hours; Days)
Salary
: NS28 (CAD
39.39 - CAD
49.06 per hour) Plus Labrador Allowance if applicable.

VAC
0021302

Posted Date
:
Closing Date
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Reporting to the Manager of Mental Health & Addictions, the primary purpose of this position is to provide mental health & addiction services to individuals and families at the Labrador West Health Centre. Services include screening, assessment, intervention, community outreach, promotion, and prevention activities.

• Graduation from an approved/recognized School of Nursing program;
• Current and continuing practicing licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) is required;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Advanced Studies in Mental Health Certificate OR Canadian Nursing Association Psychiatric Nursing Certificate, or willingness to obtain in a time frame deemed acceptable by the employer;
• Two years work experience in a multi-disciplinary mental health setting preferred;
• Experience working in a community health setting with focus on health promotion preferred;
• Valid driver’s license and use of private vehicle;
• Clear Certificate of Conduct. The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct.

• Provides mental health & addiction screening, assessment, intervention, referral and psychiatric rehabilitation services from a holistic view for inpatients, outpatients, families, and/or communities;
• Develops, coordinates and/or delivers health promotion, maintenance and illness prevention activities;
• Ensures that doctor’s instructions on treatment of patients are carried out; prepares and gives medication and injections according to doctor’s instructions; charts patients’ behavior and responses;
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation according to professional and organizational standards;
• Consults with clients, physicians, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate plans of care are developed, implemented and monitored;
• This position exercises a significant degree of independent clinical judgment while providing services to individuals who are seeking or requiring mental health services. As we continue to implement other recommendations from ?
  
  Towards Recovery:
  The Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador? the incumbent will assume other responsibilities;
• Performs other related duties as required, may be required to work alone.