Original job description
Using the total Patient Care Model, the successful candidate will function as a member of the multidisciplinary team. The incumbent will be skilled in dealing with acutely ill and high risk psychiatric population, including suicidal and complex individuals, those with severe depressive or psychotic illnesses and personality and behaviour disorders. Responsibilities will include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatment plans in collaboration with other team members and liaising with multiple community agencies and professionals in planning follow-up and aftercare.Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes. Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required. Current BCLS certification required at time of hire. BScN Preferred C.N.A. mental health certification or a willingness to obtain in the next 2 years Current certification in non-violent crisis intervention required (CPI certified) Must have recent acute child/adolescent psychiatric experience of at least 1-5 years. Advanced skill in the assessment and management of acute mental health and concurrent disorders conditions, including mental status examination, suicide risk assessment, management of aggressive behaviour, bio-psychosocial assessment, physical health assessment, treatment and transitional care Demonstrated ability to prioritize care and make informed autonomous decisions; Demonstrated ability to work with complex and difficult patient and family situations; Physical ability to intervene effectively in clinical situations requiring the management of aggressive behaviour; Proficient in the use of computers, with the ability to type notes and utilize the electronic health record; Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; Excellent organization, time management, professionalism, and ability to work as part of team; Excellent attendance, punctuality and work record required; Passion for change, quality improvement, and professional development Ability to establish a therapeutic alliance. Objective, empathetic attitude. Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, appropriate community agencies. Excellent team player who projects a positive, non-judgmental attitude. Excellent problem solving and conflict/crisis resolution skills. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario & other relevant legislation. Competent knowledge of Standards of Mental Health nursing practice and Scope of Nursing practice Must be able to meet the physical demands of this positionHalton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting. Please note that while this job is posted on Halton Healthcare's career page, it may also appear on third-party job boards. These external platforms may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, for candidate screening and matching. We do not control or influence these processes. To ensure your application is reviewed by our team, we recommend applying directly through our Halton Healthcare careers site. We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation. The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies. All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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Responsibilities
Provide total patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team for acutely ill and high-risk psychiatric patients, including children and adolescents. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment, and coordinate follow-up and aftercare with team members, community agencies, and other professionals.
Requirements
Requires current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, current BCLS certification, CPI certification, and 1–5 years of recent acute child or adolescent psychiatric experience. A BScN is preferred, and candidates must demonstrate advanced psychiatric assessment and crisis-management skills, strong communication and teamwork, and the ability to meet the role’s physical demands.
Skills
- Acute Mental Health Assessment
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Mental Status Examination
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Bio-Psychosocial Assessment
- Physical Health Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- Transitional Care
- Patient and Family Support
- Therapeutic Alliance
- Crisis Resolution
- Electronic Health Records
- Interdisciplinary Teamwork
- Community Care Coordination
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Acute Mental Health
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Mental Status Examination
- Concurrent Disorders
- Bio-Psychosocial Assessment
- Physical Health Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- Transitional Care
- Community Agencies
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- BCLS Certification
- CPI Certification
- CNA Mental Health Certification
- Mental Health Act of Ontario
- Standards of Mental Health Nursing Practice
- Scope of Nursing Practice
- Electronic Health Record
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Patient Care Model
