Registered Practical Nurse- Outpatient Mental Health, Medication Clinic

Job title: Registered Practical Nurse- Outpatient Mental Health, Medication Clinic

Job description: Registered Practical Nurse- Outpatient Mental Health, Medication Clinic

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Job Number: J0922-0054

Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse- Outpatient Mental Health, Medication Clinic

Department: Mental Health Outpatient

Job Category: Nursing

Hospital Location: General/Birchmount/Kennedy Rd

Job Type: Temporary Part Time

Contract Duration: 3 Months

Number Of Positions: 1

Union: CUPE Local 5852

Hours: Days, Evenings

MIN HRLY RATE: $29.91/Year

MAX HRLY RATE: $32.65/Year

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. We are also proud to be named one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2022! Learn more at shn.ca

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status to the Hospital’s Workplace Health and Safety department.

The completion of this online form serves as your application and will be used to determine if you meet the requirements of this position. Please ensure that you have provided all pertinent information necessary to be considered for this vacancy by the close date.

Reporting to the Manager of Adult Outpatient Mental Health Program, the successful candidate will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to provide support to our medication clinics. Collaborating on the delivery of care for the needs of individuals, the RPN will work independently to facilitate intake to the medication clinic and support the delivery and monitoring of mental health medication. You will liaise with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. The RPN will participate in program planning, patient consultations with primary care, psychiatry and other patient supports.

Requirements:

• Current certification as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with CNO
• Competent to perform CPR at a Basic Cardiac Life Support level
• Completion of Crisis prevention course from a recognized program preferred
• Experience in acute-care outpatient mental health
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency of venipuncture techniques
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in administering and monitoring long acting antipsychotic medication
• Have the knowledge and skill in conducting mental status assessment
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, PHIPA and other provincial and federal legislations.
• Evidence of sound organizational, prioritization and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, staff and the community.
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues and volunteers and other members of the community and public
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN′s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN’s comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area
• Demonstrates excellent work performance and attendance record

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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