Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Admissions Nurse
- Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Laurier - Adult Inpatient Program
- Primary Location: Cent. Ctr for MH and Brain Inj
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.79
- Posting End Date: 22-FEB-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 11-MAR-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 15
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $39.21
- Maximum Salary: $51.46
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited Psychiatric nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:Two years’ full-time experience in acute mental health psychiatry and understanding of the Mental Health Act and Community Treatment Order Legislation. Ability to communicate with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience and access to Connect Care. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an outstanding customer focused attitude. Excellent organization skills, strong initiative, and ability to work independently. Competent assessment of behavioral risks and interventions in ensuring safety of patient, self, and others. Knowledge of and competent de-escalation skills. Physically and emotionally, carry out the duties of the position. Proven ability to work positively, effectively, and cooperatively within an interdisciplinary team. Maintain a commitment to continued professional development. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a current resume with your application.
Preferred Qualifications:As required.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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