Position Details
Posting #: 26397
Department: Forensic - General - Mountain 2 (M2)
Employee Type: Regular, Full Time, Part Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:
Union: ONA
Openings Remaining: 5
Schedule
Work Days: Monday to Sunday, Holidays
Time of Day: Days, Nights
Shift: Rotating, 12 hour
Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)
Application Dates
Opening Date: 06/11/23
Closing Date: Open until filled
Position Description
Working at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
We are one of Canada's leading academic hospitals and largest healthcare organizations known locally and globally for our committed and compassionate delivery of quality patient care. St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is proud to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities. Our people are the heart of our organization. At St. Joe's our determination to attract and retain the best and the brightest talent is reflected in our investment in the people who work here. Patient and staff safety, professional growth, leadership development, and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are top priorities.
Your Mission
The Forensic Psychiatry Program work towards restoring and maintaining the mental health and well-being of mentally disordered adult offenders while managing risk as mandated by the Criminal Code of Canada and ordered by the Ontario Review Board. This multi-disciplinary team includes nursing and allied health professionals working together to provide a wide range of assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services. In this capacity the Forensic Psychiatry Program provides: clinical, risk and medico-legal assessments, inpatient treatments in General and Secure environments, and outpatient treatment and community reintegration services/support for the Central-South region and Halton.
What Will Grab Our Attention
•Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
•CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c , or commitment to complete within 5 years of hire as a condition of employment, is preferred
•Current BCLS/HCP certification is required.
•CPI - Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) is required.
•Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience with demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability in the care of patients with serious mental illness required
•Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act, Consent and Capacity, and other legislation relevant to the practice of psychiatric/mental health nursing is required.
•Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, professional standards and guidelines, SJHH corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures, including successful completion of WHMIS training.
•Knowledge of documentation standards, privacy legislation, and health record management processes.
•Demonstrated knowledge of the assessment and management of co-morbid medical disorders (ie. diabetes, metabolic monitoring, etc.)
•Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Status Examinations (MSE).
•Demonstrated knowledge of individual counseling and group skills (ie. DBT, MI, IPT, CBT, Behavioral Activation).
•Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
•Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
•Knowledge of risk assessment and management, including knowledge of trauma informed care and alternatives to seclusion and restraint, and associated risks.
•Knowledge and practice of safe and secure environment for clients/families/teams by listening, discussing, exploring, clarifying and acting on their concerns, needs and priorities.
•Proficient computer skills including successful completion of Resident Assessment Instrument - Mental Health (RAI-MH) training upon hire.
•Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
•Demonstrated leadership, superior problem solving, critical thinking skills and strong team building skills.
•Demonstrated interpersonal and de-escalation skills.
•Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacology, including current psychotropic medications and side effects.
Forensic Psychiatry Program-specific Qualifications:
•Prior recent psychiatric/mental health nursing experience is required; additional experience in forensic psychiatry is preferred
•Evidence of understanding of Criminal Code of Canada as it pertains to mentally disordered offenders
•Demonstrated familiarity and understanding of Risk Assessment Tools (ie. HARM/AIS)
•Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of custody and caring in the clinical care of mentally disordered offenders
•Advanced oral and written communication skills and proficient computer skills required for assessment report writing and word processing
PLEASE NOTE
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
St. Joe's fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other.
St. Joseph's Nursing Vision is to make a difference in the lives of those we care for, our organization, and the future of our community through achievement of excellence in nursing and commitment to a culture of nursing innovation, empowerment, leadership and accountability.
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.