Mental Health Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Position: Registered Nurse
Department: Emergency/SADV
The Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Program and Treatment Centre at NBRHC is an individualized service available to survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence. The program provides emergency health care and psychosocial support, as well as follow up care, by specially trained nurses.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing safe, competent and ethical nursing care as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario Practice Standards and Guidelines for Ethical Behavior, North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) policies/procedures, and the standards of care appropriate to his /her area of clinical practice. RN’s provide the full range of care requirements for patients with varying outcomes

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Program and Treatment Centre at NBRHC is an individualized service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to adult and pediatric survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. The program provides emergency medical and nursing care, forensic evidence collection, forensic photography and documentation, safety planning, STI treatment and psychosocial support. Follow up care is provide on an individual bases.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:
Current Certificate of Registration ~ College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current B.C.L.S. Certificate (within 1 year) required
Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate required (training delivered by Health
Centre upon hire)
Excellent physical assessment skills required
Ability to practice autonomously and apply critical thinking and complex decision-making skills
Recent (2-3 years) experience working on a Medical/Surgical or Paediatric Unit required
Recent (1-2 years) experience in Emergency (within past 2-3 years) an asset
Experience in Mental Health Nursing an asset Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) certification required or willing to complete the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training offered by the provincial network
Demonstrate knowledge of interpersonal violence and its impact on health and wellness
Demonstrate principles of trauma informed care in supporting victims of sexual assault and domestic violence
Demonstrate knowledge of community resources pertaining to sexual assault and domestic violence
Demonstrate knowledge of First Nations culture and completion of Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, or willingness to obtain
Skills/Abilities :
Valid Class G driver’s license, access to a personal vehicle, and ability to travel
Willing and able to take call and arrive to the hospital within 60 minutes of call
Demonstrate commitment to ongoing education is required
Knowledge and experience with computerized work environments and providing presentations
Self-directed professional who functions with minimal supervision required
Good attendance and work record 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
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.
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