Registered Practical Nurse - Acute Mental Health (T09) chez St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton · Hamilton, Canada · Onsite
- Professional
- Bureau à Hamilton
UNIT PROFILE: POSITION SUMMARY: |
QUALIFICATIONS
•Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required, including Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certificate.
•CPR certificate.
•Acceptable certificate or proven enrollment in a psychiatric nursing program for RPN’s.
•Demonstrated knowledge of Acute Psychiatric Nursing, Mental Health and Mental Illness is essential.
•2-3 years working experience in an Acute Mental Health environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
•Good understanding of the Mental Health Act as it applies to an Inpatient Mental Health Unit.
•Experience working with Psychiatric clients with a demonstrated sensitivity and non-judgmental manner.
•Demonstrated knowledge of Recovery Models of Care, client Centered Care and the college Best Practice of therapeutic Nurse Client Relationship
•Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, maintain good interpersonal relationships and set own workload priorities.
•Demonstrated problem-solving and organization skills and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
•Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic communication and counseling with a clear ability to apply that knowledge to practice.
•Must be familiar with community resources.
•Must be knowledgeable regarding substance abuse and addiction.
•Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuing education.
•Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
•Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
•Must be able to complete the orientation as required.
•Good work performance and attendance record is essential.
•An updated resume should accompany the application.
•Demonstrates competence (knowledge/skills/attitude) in the use of non-violent physical crisis interventions, trauma-informed care and other best practices available to promote healing and recovery.
WAGE RATE
Hourly: $35.12.....$36.64.....$38.16
(plus 14% in lieu of benefits)
