Psychiatric Registered Nurse I

Job Description

Location : Waterford Hospital

Psychiatric Registered Nurse I

Mental Health and Addictions Program - Short Stay Unit / Psychiatric Assessment Unit

Temporary, Part-Time (until October 31, 2023, with the possibility of extension)

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Hours 37.50 bi-weekly (8 and 12 hour shift work; days, nights, evenings, weekends) Salary NS-28 ($37.86 - $47.16 per hour) Competition Number 2023000431 Posted Date 31 January 2023 Closing Date Open until filled

About Us

Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people.

The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services.

At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province.

To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary

Registered Nurses coordinate and participate in the delivery of holistic and supportive care to patients / clients / residents by assessing, developing, implementing and evaluating the plan of care.

This may include the provision of health promotion, curative, supportive, rehabilitative and palliative services. The position may also provide professional supervision and direction or mentoring to the nursing care team while supporting other members of the interprofessional team to achieve safe and effective care to patients.

As well, the position ensures that documentation and nursing policies and practices are followed while working together with families to ensure the highest standard of care is provided.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to) :

Constantly moves / lifts up to 10 lbs., regularly moves / lifts up to 25 lbs. and occasionally is required to restrain / reposition / move / lift up to 30 lbs.

Pushes / pulls up to medium force.

Constantly stands / walks and works in awkward or cramped positions to assist with procedures.

Constantly uses fine finger / precision, auditory, sensory and visual concentration to provide and conduct risk assessments, observe / monitor patients, to complete documents, follow directions, administer medications, etc.

May be subject to time pressures / deadlines and subject to lack of control over work pace.

Job Qualifications

Graduation from an approved / recognized school of nursing program is required.

Current practicing license with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL).

A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Open to external applicants.

Apply online at https : / / employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume / cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications.

Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries :

Telephone : (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693

Email : [email protected]. Applications / resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing [email protected] as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS : We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration / licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.