Registered Psych Nurse 2022.75
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- Nursing
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- COV00039740 Requisition #
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- Oct 13, 2023 Post Date
- Classification: Registered Psych Nurse 2022.75
- Union: COV UNA
- Unit and Program: Westmount Community Geriatric Psychiatry
- Primary Location: Westmount Shopping Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.60
- Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2023
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 08-NOV-2023
- Temporary End Date: 08-MAY-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 12
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $39.21
- Maximum Salary: $51.46
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA) and/or the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this unit/program/office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this unit/program/office expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.
Additional Required Qualifications:Recent in the last two years' experience providing care to seniors in the community with mental health and addictions diagnosis. Knowledge of the role of outreach in effective community care. Extensive knowledge of community supports and resources necessary and available for the population served. Ability to assess medical co-morbidities and possible medical causes of psychiatric symptoms. Ability to work in a fast paced and, at times, highly stressful environment. Strong communication skills and ability to adapt communication style to meet varying needs. Good organizational and conflict resolution skills required. Excellent time management skills. Proven dependability. Ability to be objective in decision making. Ability to be proactive with independent learning needs and up to date with current competencies. Ability to recognize and manage the needs of seniors served. Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
Preferred Qualifications:Non-Violence Crisis Intervention certificate. Connect Care Training. Geriatric Nurse Certified. Psychiatric Nurse Certified.
Hiring Requirements
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search (as applicable based on position). Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions with Covenant Health.
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