Registered Nurse - Inpatient Mental Health
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Position Summary
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Providing leadership in the provision of nursing services in the Emergency Department and/or
in circumstances when the patient’s condition is more complex and the outcomes of patient
care are unpredictable. Leadership is demonstrated through processes of orientation and
mentoring of new staff and students, supporting team members learning goals, supporting
team members learning in relation to mental health nursing and therapeutic interventions to
psychiatric patient populations, engaging in reflective practice and continuous learning designed
to improve the application of knowledge, skill and judgment in the provision of patient-centered
care.
- Responding to increasing mental health needs which arise between the Emergency Department
- Assessing patient condition and needs based on interviews, interaction and direct observation,
operation to achieve patient goals in consultation and collaboration with patients, inter-
professional team, family, substitute decision-maker and with community agencies within the
circle of care as appropriate.
- Development of a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship utilizing nursing and other theoretical
rehabilitation, counselling, health teaching, administering and monitoring medication, and
teaching life skills in preparation for community reintegration
- As a member of an interprofessional team, actively participates in the identification and
Emergency Department to admission to the Acute Mental Health In-Patient Unit through to
discharge, i.e. recreational activities, housing, finances, spiritual, advocating on behalf of
patients with inter-professional team members and community agencies to safeguard
entitlements and rights, taking crisis calls from patients who are on leave of absence and
communicating information to appropriate person(s) i.e. team leader/charge nurse, After Hours
Administrator, inter-professional team or community agencies.
- Observing, assessing, recording, and reporting patient condition, evaluating progress and
quality improvement activities to facilitate changes in nursing practice and inter-professional
care.
- Contributes to a safe, therapeutic environment through awareness of the College of Nurses of
program/facility wide policies and procedures, and mandatory training, i.e. implementing
practices related to patient safety, reporting of issues in RL6, utilizing safe practices to address
agitated patients, maintaining a safe environment by the secure storage of hazardous or
dangerous equipment and supplies, reporting equipment malfunction, undertaking established
security protocols, environment searches, maintaining a locked environment when applicable,
assessing staffing needs and skill mix related to the provision of patient care, participating in
the physical restraint of a patient, as required under the circumstances, when other alternatives
have been ineffective to protect the patient, self or others from harm. Participating as an
emergency responder in announced Code White (psychiatric emergency) situations and Code
Blue (medical emergency).
Qualifications
- Minimum four (4) years progressive psychiatric nursing experience within an acute care
- Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate required.
- Completion of Post Diploma Psychiatric Nursing program preferred.
- Knowledge of the principles of psychiatric nursing required.
- Psycho/social and mental status assessment skills required.
- Knowledge of crisis intervention model and the Mental Health Act required.
- Demonstrates a desire and ability to participate in patient/family teaching.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
- Ability to problem solve and make effective decisions during highly stressful and potential
- Satisfactory work performance and attendance record required.
- The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as well as
communications skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.
Our Team Members Enjoy
- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development
Employment Equity
OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.
Accommodation in the Workplace
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.
All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.
As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Hiring at OSMH:
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital’s (OSMH) may utilize automated screening tools (i.e. questionnaires) to highlight candidates' qualifications; however, OSMH does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants. We recommend applying directly through our website as all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.
Closing Statement
OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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