Registered Practical Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health; CUPE

Position: Registered Practical Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health (CUPE) (10570)

Overview

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Who you are

You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage. You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard. You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.  Created with Sketch.

Schedule

Candidates must be available to work a variety of 8- , ) and 12- , ) hour shifts on weekdays and weekends. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.  Created with Sketch.

Compensation

BAND-CU10: $ - $

Responsibilities

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Assess

The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for conducting psychiatric assessments and engaging in the various treatment modalities provided in this acute, active Inpatient Mental Health Unit which is a Schedule 1 facility. 48_ Customer Care Created with Sketch.

Patient care

As a Nurse in this progressive interprofessional environment, you will utilize your skills in assessment and supportive counseling with a diverse patient population. You will enjoy many opportunities to contribute to our patient/family-centered approach to care, to participate in initiatives designed to continually improve the quality of care and to ensure the patient’s stay is a therapeutic experience.

Requirements

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Qualifications

Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses. Current BCLS certification. A minimum of 2 years of recent acute psychiatric nursing experience. Completion of Medication Administration certification. Completion of Physical Assessment certification with proven excellent physical assessment skills. Completion of a psychiatric/mental health certificate.  Intelligence Created with Sketch.

Knowledge

Knowledge of Canadian Standards for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario. Knowledge of Personal Health Information Protection Act. Mental Health Assessment course is preferred. RPNAO membership is preferred. Proficient computer skills.  Created with Sketch.

Initiative

Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards. Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.  Created with Sketch.

Skills

Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family-centred care environment. Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently. Well-developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills. Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience.