Acute Inpatient Psychiatry Nurse Position

Make a difference as a Registered Practical Nurse in the Acute Inpatient Psychiatry Unit at North Bay Regional Health Centre. This role requires expertise in mental health and patient care, with support provided around the clock.

The Acute Inpatient Psychiatry Unit is seeking a dedicated nurse responsible for delivering high-intensity psychiatric services.

Your role will include conducting thorough mental health assessments and providing pharmacological treatment while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. You will work with patients in acute distress, focusing on symptom management and effective discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive mental health assessments and evaluations

• Administer medication and manage symptoms in distressed patients

• Collaborate with doctors and therapists in patient care

• Engage effectively in health teaching with individuals and groups

• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety protocols

Requirements:

• Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration

• Certification in Basic Life Support within the last year

• Experience in mental health settings is essential

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Bilingualism in English and French is required

Support individuals in psychiatric crisis with expert nursing care in a collaborative environment.
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