Registered Nurse - Interventional Psychiatry Services (Temporary Part Time)

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As a Registered Nurse in Med Clinic Services, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!

Internal applications for this position within the ONA bargaining unit must be received within 7 days of this position being posted to have seniority considered.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide nursing care for patients receiving medical intervention of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Intravenous Ketamine therapy and/or Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)
• Prepare patient for treatment
• Set up and maintain the rTMS and/or ECT and PACU suites
• Provide post-anesthesia care which includes assessment, monitoring, and documentation as per PACU Policies & Procedures
• Contribute to fluctuating patient care needs according to CNO standards, RNAO Best Practice Guidelines, specific program philosophy and diversified patient populations
• Assume Charge Nurse responsibilities as assigned and direct the work of others
• Receive patient assignments and follow care plans accordingly
• Administer psychiatric and non-psychiatric medications and treatments
• Prepare and administer intravenous medications
• Ensure necessary clinical assessments are initiated following admission and at various other times as required, eg. Mental Status Exam
• Act as a preceptor, mentor, coach or resource nurse as appropriate
• Participate in clinical discussions, team meetings and patient/family conferences
• Provide support to the medical clinic when required
• Accept changing work assignments across Homewood Specialized Services as needed and directed by supervisor and/or delegate

What we're looking for:

• Licensed as an RN with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing
• BScN preferred
• Current knowledge and experience specific to emergency mental health and crisis intervention; 2 + years' experience working with mood and anxiety patients is preferred
• Training and experience with post-anesthesia care and recovery room techniques required
• Knowledge of ECT and/or rTMS as a Therapeutic Intervention
• Training and experience with IV insertion and treatment
• CPR/Basic Rescuer
• Strong assessment and documentation skills
• Skilled in the treatment of psychiatric disorders, including PTSD, suicide prevention and the management of aggressive behaviour
• Working knowledge of Mental Health Act and community mental health resources
• Knowledge of CNO documentation standards and PHIPPA
• Proven excellence with communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of an innovative interdisciplinary team
• Ability to prioritize and function effectively in a demanding and challenging environment
• Willingness and ability to assume leadership

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Pay Rate: $39.07 - $56.66, dependent on previous experience credit in accordance with our current collective agreement.

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canada's largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.