POSITION SUMMARY
This position is a Unit Weekend Worker in accordance with Article 13.04 of the Central Collective Agreement. Reporting to the Clinical Manager of the Emergency Department, the Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for conducting emergency mental health assessments including but not limited to assessment of mental status indicators, multiple risk factors, symptom history, and presenting problems. This role requires independent skills at assessment and formulation of complex presenting problems and the ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team within the CHEO Emergency Department Team as well as with the CHEO Regional Psychiatric Emergency Services for Children and Youth (RPESCY).
The nurse will also support triage nurses in the emergency room in the identification and appropriate streaming of patients presenting with mental health emergencies, and will be responsible for referrals to appropriate services for patients who are discharged. The nurse will support the admission process to inpatient psychiatry when the decision for disposition is an admission. The nurse collaborates with the patient, the family and team members to identify priorities for intervention and develop a plan for problem resolution. The nurse will also support the activities regarding the planning, implementation and activations of urgent care pathways with community partners.
When not working with patients presenting with Mental Health Complaints, the RN will support Care for all Emergency Department Patients in collaboration with the ED Team through their own initiative and as directed by the Care Facilitator or Charge nurse. Duties may include ED assessment and intervention as outlined in ED nursing standards of practice.
RESPONSABLITIES
Conduct mental health assessments of those children/youth and their families who present to the CHEO Emergency Department in an acute psychiatric crisis.
Liaise with the CHEO Emergency Department staff and psychiatry on-call services.
Support triage nurses in the ED in the identification and appropriate streaming of patients presenting with mental health emergencies.
Work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in the identification and referrals to appropriate resources upon discharge from the ED.
Provide support in the planning, implementation and activation of Urgent Care Pathways with community partners. This will involve but not limited to carrying the urgent care pager and triaging cases after hours while providing consultation on local resources.
Facilitate virtual mental health risk assessments as part of RPESCY.
Participate in the implementation of the new ED/MH Model of Care.
To work effectively within the ED nursing team to support Assessment and Intervention for ED patient population
To support safe and effective flow of patients through the ED at all times
To learn and remain up to date with ED nursing standards of care.
QUALIFICATIONS
Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
Current Certification of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (Essential)
Current CPR Certification (Essential)
Current PALS certification or successful completion of PALS certification within 12 month (Essential)
Demonstrated culturally sensitive approach to nursing care (Essential)
Minimum 2 years pediatric Emergency experience (Preferred)
Experience with pediatric triage (Preferred)
Baccalaureate Degree of Nursing (Preferred)
Certificate in Mental Health Nursing (Preferred)
Minimum of 2-5 years of previous psychiatric nursing experience (Essential)
Excellent team work and interpersonal skills (Essential)
Knowledge of mental health legislation, treatment modalities and experience with crisis intervention or other appropriate combinations of education and experience, along with the demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position, may be considered in lieu of stated education and experience. (Essential)
Experience with Crisis Intervention (Essential)
Demonstrated organizational, time management and coordination skills. (Essential)
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing workload demands and to manage stressful situations effectively. (Essential)
Demonstrated excellent critical thinking, communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills required. (Essential)
Ability to work collaboratively on an interdisciplinary mental health/health team providing emergency based care. (Essential)
Demonstrated knowledge of child/youth development, cultural competence, trauma informed care. (Essential)
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to Family Centred Care required. (Essential)
Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills with an ability to work with clients to resolve or stabilize (Essential)
Demonstrated awareness of community resources in our region. (Preferred)
Demonstrated capacity for coping with challenging clinical situations. (Essential)
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and skills. (Essential)
Bilingualism (French and English) (Preferred)
A working understanding of RNAO Substance Abuse Guidelines and application to Paediatric Mental Health. (Preferred)
Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Feb 12, 2020
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is a Unit Weekend Worker in accordance with Article 13.04 of the Central Collective Agreement. Reporting to the Clinical Manager of the Emergency Department, the Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for conducting emergency mental health assessments including but not limited to assessment of mental status indicators, multiple risk factors, symptom history, and presenting problems. This role requires independent skills at assessment and formulation of complex presenting problems and the ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team within the CHEO Emergency Department Team as well as with the CHEO Regional Psychiatric Emergency Services for Children and Youth (RPESCY).
The nurse will also support triage nurses in the emergency room in the identification and appropriate streaming of patients presenting with mental health emergencies, and will be responsible for referrals to appropriate services for patients who are discharged. The nurse will support the admission process to inpatient psychiatry when the decision for disposition is an admission. The nurse collaborates with the patient, the family and team members to identify priorities for intervention and develop a plan for problem resolution. The nurse will also support the activities regarding the planning, implementation and activations of urgent care pathways with community partners.
When not working with patients presenting with Mental Health Complaints, the RN will support Care for all Emergency Department Patients in collaboration with the ED Team through their own initiative and as directed by the Care Facilitator or Charge nurse. Duties may include ED assessment and intervention as outlined in ED nursing standards of practice.
RESPONSABLITIES
Conduct mental health assessments of those children/youth and their families who present to the CHEO Emergency Department in an acute psychiatric crisis.
Liaise with the CHEO Emergency Department staff and psychiatry on-call services.
Support triage nurses in the ED in the identification and appropriate streaming of patients presenting with mental health emergencies.
Work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in the identification and referrals to appropriate resources upon discharge from the ED.
Provide support in the planning, implementation and activation of Urgent Care Pathways with community partners. This will involve but not limited to carrying the urgent care pager and triaging cases after hours while providing consultation on local resources.
Facilitate virtual mental health risk assessments as part of RPESCY.
Participate in the implementation of the new ED/MH Model of Care.
To work effectively within the ED nursing team to support Assessment and Intervention for ED patient population
To support safe and effective flow of patients through the ED at all times
To learn and remain up to date with ED nursing standards of care.
QUALIFICATIONS
Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
Current Certification of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (Essential)
Current CPR Certification (Essential)
Current PALS certification or successful completion of PALS certification within 12 month (Essential)
Demonstrated culturally sensitive approach to nursing care (Essential)
Minimum 2 years pediatric Emergency experience (Preferred)
Experience with pediatric triage (Preferred)
Baccalaureate Degree of Nursing (Preferred)
Certificate in Mental Health Nursing (Preferred)
Minimum of 2-5 years of previous psychiatric nursing experience (Essential)
Excellent team work and interpersonal skills (Essential)
Knowledge of mental health legislation, treatment modalities and experience with crisis intervention or other appropriate combinations of education and experience, along with the demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position, may be considered in lieu of stated education and experience. (Essential)
Experience with Crisis Intervention (Essential)
Demonstrated organizational, time management and coordination skills. (Essential)
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing workload demands and to manage stressful situations effectively. (Essential)
Demonstrated excellent critical thinking, communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills required. (Essential)
Ability to work collaboratively on an interdisciplinary mental health/health team providing emergency based care. (Essential)
Demonstrated knowledge of child/youth development, cultural competence, trauma informed care. (Essential)
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to Family Centred Care required. (Essential)
Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills with an ability to work with clients to resolve or stabilize (Essential)
Demonstrated awareness of community resources in our region. (Preferred)
Demonstrated capacity for coping with challenging clinical situations. (Essential)
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and skills. (Essential)
Bilingualism (French and English) (Preferred)
A working understanding of RNAO Substance Abuse Guidelines and application to Paediatric Mental Health. (Preferred)
Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Competition #: 5416557 Relocation Allowance: $3,000 - $10,000 (based on Km's)
Position Summary Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator of the Operating Room, the staff nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and nursing practice activities within the frame work of quality management and in accordance with the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital mission statement. The role is defined by the needs of the Hospital, a select patient/family population, agency expectations and the goals for professional nursing practice.
Qualifications
Registration with BC College of Nursing Professionals as a practicing RN registrant.
Completion of a post-graduate perioperative nursing course, or two (2) years recent experience in an equivalent setting with a minimum of two (2) years of OR/PARR Nursing experience.
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to promote safe, competent, patient care.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
Ability to communicate, and maintain good public relations with family and friends of patients.
Ability to recognize and intervene appropriately in an emergency situation.
Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
Ability to operate related equipment.
View Prince Rupert Community
Feb 12, 2020
Full time
Competition #: 5416557 Relocation Allowance: $3,000 - $10,000 (based on Km's)
Position Summary Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator of the Operating Room, the staff nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and nursing practice activities within the frame work of quality management and in accordance with the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital mission statement. The role is defined by the needs of the Hospital, a select patient/family population, agency expectations and the goals for professional nursing practice.
Qualifications
Registration with BC College of Nursing Professionals as a practicing RN registrant.
Completion of a post-graduate perioperative nursing course, or two (2) years recent experience in an equivalent setting with a minimum of two (2) years of OR/PARR Nursing experience.
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to promote safe, competent, patient care.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
Ability to communicate, and maintain good public relations with family and friends of patients.
Ability to recognize and intervene appropriately in an emergency situation.
Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
Ability to operate related equipment.
View Prince Rupert Community
Permanent, Full-time/Part-time Position(s) in the Critical Care Unit
There’s never been a better time to join Mackenzie Health! As we prepare to open our state-of-the-art Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, and continue to operate Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, we have many opportunities available for Registered Nurses who share our commitment to quality, patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.
As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient- and family-centred approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health. Working independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, you’ll contribute to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families, by demonstrating professionalism at every turn, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.
If this sounds like you, and you’re prepared to work at any of our sites to meet patient care needs, keep reading.
Contribute to safe, quality care by
Managing a workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Addressing and resolving issues in a productive, respectful manner.
Exercising sound professional judgment and using best practice guidelines.
Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.
What must you have?
Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or commitment to completing within 1 year of hire.
2 to 3 years’ experience in acute medical/surgical nursing.
Critical Care Nursing Certificate.
Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
What else do you bring?
Experience working with electronic medical records.
Familiarity with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of
Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills in English, with an ability to deliver information and work effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
Demonstrated strong decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Preferably, your profile also includes:
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program.
Recent completion of a physical assessment course.
Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)/Canadian Nurses Association (CNA).
Recent experience in Critical Care/Coronary Care/Emergency nursing.
At least 1 year of recent nursing experience (within the past 3 years) working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
Ability to speak a second language.
Experience a place where people come first
As a health care leader serving a population of more than half a million people, Mackenzie Health offers a dynamic, supportive environment of respect and continuous learning. A place where all staff are valued, can engage in meaningful work as part of a friendly, diverse team and use best-in-class technology to provide exceptional patient care. Experience a place where people come first. Experience Mackenzie Health – your ultimate career destination.
Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Feb 06, 2020
Full time
Permanent, Full-time/Part-time Position(s) in the Critical Care Unit
There’s never been a better time to join Mackenzie Health! As we prepare to open our state-of-the-art Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, and continue to operate Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, we have many opportunities available for Registered Nurses who share our commitment to quality, patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.
As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient- and family-centred approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health. Working independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, you’ll contribute to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families, by demonstrating professionalism at every turn, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.
If this sounds like you, and you’re prepared to work at any of our sites to meet patient care needs, keep reading.
Contribute to safe, quality care by
Managing a workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Addressing and resolving issues in a productive, respectful manner.
Exercising sound professional judgment and using best practice guidelines.
Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.
What must you have?
Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or commitment to completing within 1 year of hire.
2 to 3 years’ experience in acute medical/surgical nursing.
Critical Care Nursing Certificate.
Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
What else do you bring?
Experience working with electronic medical records.
Familiarity with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of
Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills in English, with an ability to deliver information and work effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
Demonstrated strong decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Preferably, your profile also includes:
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program.
Recent completion of a physical assessment course.
Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)/Canadian Nurses Association (CNA).
Recent experience in Critical Care/Coronary Care/Emergency nursing.
At least 1 year of recent nursing experience (within the past 3 years) working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
Ability to speak a second language.
Experience a place where people come first
As a health care leader serving a population of more than half a million people, Mackenzie Health offers a dynamic, supportive environment of respect and continuous learning. A place where all staff are valued, can engage in meaningful work as part of a friendly, diverse team and use best-in-class technology to provide exceptional patient care. Experience a place where people come first. Experience Mackenzie Health – your ultimate career destination.
Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Permanent, Full-time Position in the Critical Care Unit
There’s never been a better time to join Mackenzie Health! As we prepare to open our state-of-the-art Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, and continue to operate Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, we have many opportunities available for Registered Nurses who share our commitment to quality, patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.
In partnership with an accredited college, we are also offering qualified RNs the opportunity to take the Critical Care Certificate Program by paying for their tuition and their time while they attend the Program. Successful completion will lead to full-time employment in the Critical Care Unit.
As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient- and family-centred approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health. Working independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, you’ll contribute to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families, by demonstrating professionalism at every turn, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.
If this sounds like you, and you’re prepared to work at any of our sites to meet patient care needs, keep reading.
Contribute to safe, quality care by
Managing a workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Addressing and resolving issues in a productive, respectful manner.
Exercising sound professional judgment and using best practice guidelines.
Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.
What must you have?
Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or commitment to completing within 1 year of hire.
2 to 3 years’ experience in acute medical/surgical nursing.
Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
What else do you bring?
Experience working with electronic medical records.
Familiarity with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills in English, with an ability to deliver information and work effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
Demonstrated strong decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Preferably, your profile also includes:
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program.
Recent completion of a physical assessment course.
Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)/Canadian Nurses Association (CNA).
Recent experience in Critical Care/Coronary Care/Emergency nursing.
At least 1 year of recent nursing experience (within the past 3 years) working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
Ability to speak a second language.
Experience a place where people come first
As a health care leader serving a population of more than half a million people, Mackenzie Health offers a dynamic, supportive environment of respect and continuous learning. A place where all staff are valued, can engage in meaningful work as part of a friendly, diverse team and use best-in-class technology to provide exceptional patient care. Experience a place where people come first. Experience Mackenzie Health – your ultimate career destination.
Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Feb 06, 2020
Full time
Permanent, Full-time Position in the Critical Care Unit
There’s never been a better time to join Mackenzie Health! As we prepare to open our state-of-the-art Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, and continue to operate Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, we have many opportunities available for Registered Nurses who share our commitment to quality, patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.
In partnership with an accredited college, we are also offering qualified RNs the opportunity to take the Critical Care Certificate Program by paying for their tuition and their time while they attend the Program. Successful completion will lead to full-time employment in the Critical Care Unit.
As a Registered Nurse, you’ll use a patient- and family-centred approach in providing holistic, quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Mackenzie Health. Working independently and collaboratively as part of the interprofessional care team, you’ll contribute to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families, by demonstrating professionalism at every turn, upholding our values of excellence, leadership and empathy, and exemplifying our Commitment to Caring.
If this sounds like you, and you’re prepared to work at any of our sites to meet patient care needs, keep reading.
Contribute to safe, quality care by
Managing a workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Addressing and resolving issues in a productive, respectful manner.
Exercising sound professional judgment and using best practice guidelines.
Contributing to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures.
What must you have?
Current Certificate of Registration in the General Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or commitment to completing within 1 year of hire.
2 to 3 years’ experience in acute medical/surgical nursing.
Proven clinical experience with patient-focused care, including strong patient assessment, care planning, patient education and documentation skills.
What else do you bring?
Experience working with electronic medical records.
Familiarity with the Regulated Health Professions Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills in English, with an ability to deliver information and work effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
Demonstrated strong decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Preferably, your profile also includes:
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program.
Recent completion of a physical assessment course.
Membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)/Canadian Nurses Association (CNA).
Recent experience in Critical Care/Coronary Care/Emergency nursing.
At least 1 year of recent nursing experience (within the past 3 years) working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
Ability to speak a second language.
Experience a place where people come first
As a health care leader serving a population of more than half a million people, Mackenzie Health offers a dynamic, supportive environment of respect and continuous learning. A place where all staff are valued, can engage in meaningful work as part of a friendly, diverse team and use best-in-class technology to provide exceptional patient care. Experience a place where people come first. Experience Mackenzie Health – your ultimate career destination.
Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
