We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our team
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Registered Nurse, currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Graduate of a BSc in Nursing or education and experience that allows the RN to practice at full scope
- Minimum of five (5) years current related experience working with mental illness and addictions preferred; one (1) year required
- Current BLS certification
- Canadian Nursing Association Mental Health Nursing Certificate preferred
- Certificate in Gentle Persuasion Approach, PIECES and Montessori preferred
- Certification in Concurrent Disorders preferred
- Current Safe Management Training Certification preferred
- Strong working knowledge of the Mental Status Exam, screening for addiction disorders, and use of withdrawal management scales.
- Demonstrated crisis assessment and de-escalation skills, including use of restraints.
- Working knowledge and skills in application of legislation including but not limited to the Mental Health Act, PHIPA
- Demonstrated knowledge of advanced psycho-social and mental status assessment skills
- Extensive knowledge and skills working with various types of mental health issues and addictions preferred
- Medication administration inclusive of IV medication administration, with a physician’s order
- Knowledge of medication side effects preferred.
- Demonstrated crisis assessment and intervention skills
- Ability to assess, adapt and respond within a constantly changing environment
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
- Basic computer skills (Outlook email, Cerner, Electronic Patient Record)
- Proven ability to work independently utilizing strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attendance record in accordance with STEGH’s Attendance at Work Program
- Demonstrated acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH’s Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct
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