ACT and FACT Job Board

Hospital Location: Keswick ON

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Number of Positions: 1

Union: ONA RN

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $41.15 - $58.98

What you’ll be doing:

1. Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.
2. Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation.
3. Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team.
4. Practices collaboratively with members of the healthcare team to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues.
5. Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team.
6. Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed.
7. Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.
8. Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.
9. Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units.
10. Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
11. Takes a leadership role in the coordination of patient care in assigned area
12. Assumes charge nurse role when assigned
13. Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students
14. Effectively utilizes human and material resources
15. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical pathways
16. Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed
17. Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate.

What you bring:

1. Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse
2. Minimum three (3) years recent experience in a community mental health setting and / or inpatient mental health setting working with clients who require careful monitoring and evaluation of the effects of psychotropic medications and working with community resources
3. Current clinical skills and experience to assess, plan, develop, co-ordinate and provide treatment, rehabilitation and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses under the clinical supervision of the Manager leader and the ACTT psychiatrist
4. A clear understanding of the characteristics and problems of adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses and be knowledgeable about the ACTT model.
5. Understanding of working with people with addictions
6. Experience and belief in the value of working in and committing to a fully integrated multidisciplinary team and interdisciplinary model, including clinical guidance and peer support
7. A good working knowledge of the Mental Health Act
8. Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice and is academically prepared and experienced in the area of Mental Health
9. Demonstrated commitment to professional development
10. Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Word 95, Power Point
11. Must possess own car, a current Ontario Driver’s Licence and a clean driving record
12. Excellent physical assessment skills
13. Demonstrates excellent problem solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
14. Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
15. Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as an interprofessional team member in a fast paced demanding environment
16. Excellent interpersonal, communication and public relations skills
17. Demonstrates excellent clinical skills and professional leadership capabilities with a focus on collaborative teamwork, patient flow and quality improvements
18. Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all
19. Good working knowledge of Electronic Documentation
20. Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients, family and staff
21. Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
22. Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health