Registered Nurse – Inpatient Psychiatry – Mental Health & Addictions

Job title: Registered Nurse – Inpatient Psychiatry – Mental Health & Addictions

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Job description: Req ID: 100304
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Company: NSHA
Department: MHA WZ Inpatient Psychiatry SS
Type of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: NSNU
Posting Closing Date: 29-Jan-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the, Manager, Inpatient & Withdrawal Management – Mental Health and Addictions, the Registered Nurse works to full scope of practice as an independent practitioner within an inter-professional and collaborative team, providing holistic (addressing bio, psycho, social, cultural and spiritual needs), and comprehensive care for individuals, families, groups, populations and communities across the continuum of care. The RN provides leadership and applies advanced nursing knowledge within specific practice settings, and in-depth nursing knowledge, skills and judgment in providing care to all individuals (includes families, groups, populations and communities).

The RN ensures that the principles and practices that guide our work such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and inter-professional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

Qualifications

• Diploma RN or Baccalaureate degree in nursing
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses (NSCN)
• Post graduate diploma/certificate in Mental Health nursing an asset
• CNA Mental Health Psychiatric Nursing Certificate an asset
• Suicide Risk Assessment & Intervention training an asset
• Recent relevant experience in Mental Health nursing preferred
• Unit-specific equipment & technology
• General computer proficiency is required
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
• Demonstrated accountability
• Demonstrated communication and conflict resolution skills
• Motivated with a strong customer service orientation building solid health care client/partner relationships
• Demonstrated judgment and decision making skills
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Demonstrated planning, organization and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Commitment to promoting a culture which supports safety, ethical practice and organizational health
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Successful Applicants are required to provide a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employmet

Please Note: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Full-time (100%) long-assignment; 75.00 hours bi-weekly.

With an anticipated start date of February 1, 2021 and an expected end date of February 1, 2022 (approximately 12 months).

These dates are approximate and may change.

Travel may be required, must have access to reliable vehicle.

Salary Information

Registered Nurse (RN2):

$35.21 – $41.48 hourly

($42.94 hourly with 25 years of RN experience).

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Nursing bargaining unit – NSNU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

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Expected salary: $35.21 – 41.48 per hour

Location: Bridgewater, NS

Job date: Sun, 24 Jan 2021 08:09:03 GMT