RN/RPN Mental Health

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE (Local 139) Collective Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) Certificate required (recent within the last twelve months)
Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate required
Experience working with older adults demonstrating responsive behaviours including evidence of creative application of Personhood
Knowledge of neurodegenerative disorders, best practices, and relevant pharmacotherapy for this population
Demonstrated application of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation for adults with severe mental health concerns and concurrent disorders
Knowledge of best practices to support individuals with substance use disorders including motivational interviewing and trauma informed care
Knowledge and application of the Recovery Model required
Knowledge of relevant acts and regulations e.g. Controlled Acts, Mental Health Act, PHIPA, HCCA
Computer application experience required including advanced level of skill in documentation
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Certificate is an asset
Current PIECES certification required
Montessori Methods for Dementia an asset
Skills/Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with clients, families, employees, service providers
Ability to work effectively with members of a multi-disciplinary team, including participation in nursing programming
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with clients, families, employees, service providers
Understanding of trauma informed care principles and able to apply within all relationships and interactions
Must be willing to work shifts in other programs as required
Must demonstrate commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
Good attendance and work record required
Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER