Registered psych nurse
Alberta Health Services’ Forensic Acute Psychiatry program based in Edmonton, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Registered psych nurse. Alberta Health Services’ Forensic Acute Psychiatry program specializes in mental health services for individuals within the criminal justice system. It offers assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for complex mental health cases. It prioritizes patient safety and community well-being, supporting the rehabilitation and reintegration of individuals with mental illness while contributing to public safety. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Alberta Health Services
Program: Forensic Acute Psychiatry
Position: Registered psych nurse (2022.75)
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $39.21 – $51.46 hourly
Employment Type: Regular/Full Time
Job Category: Nursing – Nurses/Psych Nurses
Union: United Nurses of Alberta
Unit: Unit 3-5
FTE: 1.00
Location: 17480 Fort Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 6A8, Canada
Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, and On Call (7.75 Hours per Shift)
Length of Shift in weeks: 5
Shifts per cycle: 25
Job ID: ALB00420998
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of an accredited Psychiatric nursing education program
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years clinical experience in psychiatric, mental health or forensic nursing settings
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have strong, appropriate clinical boundaries with an ability to effectively manage and treat an adult population
- The candidates should possess an excellent understanding of common diagnoses, such as Concurrent Disorder, Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, and Anxiety
- The candidates should demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team
- The candidates should exhibit accurate and efficient documentation and charting skills and have a proven competency to deliver a high-quality standard of care
- The candidates should demonstrate proficiency in successfully managing and de-escalating complex, challenging, and volatile behaviors
- The candidates should be active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA)
- The candidates should hold current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification
- The candidates should have a working knowledge of the DSMV and have Certification in Suicide Prevention and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in accordance with clinical policies and nursing care standards
- The candidates should be able to have strong, appropriate clinical boundaries with an ability to effectively manage and treat an adult population
- The candidates should be able to provide leadership through a wide variety of nursing services to patients (clients, residents) for the purpose of promoting, maintaining, or restoring health, mental health, and preventing mental illness, injury, and disability
- The candidates should be able to teach, counsel, and advocate on behalf of patients and take necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being
- The candidates should be able to provide safe, quality patient and family-centered care, while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS
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.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!