Help Patients Thrive: RPN Needed in Psychosis Recovery Unit 8 at CAMH!

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s Clinical Care Program based in Toronto, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Registered practical nurse. Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s Clinical Care Program is a leading organization specializing in mental health and addiction services. CAMH operates with a multidisciplinary team, integrating various healthcare professionals for holistic care. As a prominent mental health provider, it collaborates with other organizations to enhance patient recovery and well-being. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
Program: Clinical Care Program
Position: Registered practical nurse – Psychosis Recovery and Treatment Unit 8
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $31.88 – $37.69 hourly
Employment Type: Full time/Temporary
Job Category: OPSEU
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Shift: 12 hour shift rotation and weekend
Requisition ID: 2126

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the French and English Language
Education: Candidates should have registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess a current B.C.L.S. (CPR) at the HealthCare Provider Level
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should have the ability to effectively intervene in clinical situations requiring the prevention and management of aggressive behavior
• The candidates should be self-directed team players, highly organized, and possess excellent critical thinking skills

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have medication administration certification or have completed an RPN education preparation program that includes medication administration
• The candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish a Nurse-Client therapeutic relationship and collaborate effectively within a diverse inter-professional team
• The candidates should have completed a college program and demonstrate a strong, recent knowledge of psychiatric nursing and addiction issues (preference will be given to such candidates)
• The candidates should have experience working with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
• The candidates should demonstrate proficient computer literacy and bilingualism in French and English or proficiency in a second language

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to provide client-centered psychiatric and general nursing care, addressing clients’ needs respectfully and safely during their recovery journey
• The candidates should be able to ensure the safety and security of the client care environment while adhering to professional standards, institutional policies, and relevant regulations
• The candidates should be able to collaborate within a primary nursing model, performing ongoing clinical assessments and utilizing evidence-based interventions
• The candidates should be able to develop, implement, and evaluate inter-professional care plans addressing multiple healthcare priorities
• The candidates should be able to apply critical thinking, problem-solving processes, and customer service skills to enhance care delivery
• The candidates should be able to work effectively with diverse patient populations and contribute to program development and provide educational support and supervision to students in a clinical setting
• The candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge of severe and persistent mental illness, schizophrenia, addictions, crisis intervention, recovery-oriented care, trauma-informed care, and group facilitation
• The candidates should be able to perform behavioural observations, mental status and physical assessments, and monitor patient responses to interventions and document accurately and communicate effectively with inter-professional teams
• The candidates should be able to foster a healthy workplace culture that values diversity, teamwork, and learning while adhering to regulatory requirements

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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