Psychiatric Registered Nurse I
NL Health Services - 1,010 Jobs
Labrador City, NL
Job Details:
Location: LWHC - Labrador City - Labrador West Health Cen
Psychiatric Registered Nurse I
Labrador Grenfell Zone - LWC M/H Promotion Prog
Temporary Full-time
NLNU
56005RP1
Hours: 75Hours biweekly (8 hours; Days)
Salary: NS28 (CAD39.39 - CAD49.06 per hour) Plus Labrador Allowance if applicable.
Competition Number: VAC0021302
Posted Date: 2026-02-13
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Reporting to the Manager of Mental Health & Addictions, the primary purpose of this position is to provide mental health & addiction services to individuals and families at the Labrador West Health Centre. Services include screening, assessment, intervention, community outreach, promotion, and prevention activities.
Qualifications:
Graduation from an approved/recognized School of Nursing program;
Current and continuing practicing licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) is required;
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
Advanced Studies in Mental Health Certificate OR Canadian Nursing Association Psychiatric Nursing Certificate, or willingness to obtain in a time frame deemed acceptable by the employer;
Two years work experience in a multi-disciplinary mental health setting preferred;
Experience working in a community health setting with focus on health promotion preferred;
Valid drivers license and use of private vehicle;
Clear Certificate of Conduct.
The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct.
Duties: (Included but not limited to)
Provides mental health & addiction screening, assessment, intervention, referral and psychiatric rehabilitation services from a holistic view for inpatients, outpatients, families, and/or communities;
Develops, coordinates and/or delivers health promotion, maintenance and illness prevention activities;
Ensures that doctor?s instructions on treatment of patients are carried out; prepares and gives medication and injections according to doctor?s instructions; charts patients? behavior and responses;
Maintains timely and accurate documentation according to professional and organizational standards;
Consults with clients, physicians, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate plans of care are developed, implemented and monitored;
This position exercises a significant degree of independent clinical judgment while providing services to individuals who are seeking or requiring mental health services. As we continue to implement other recommendations from ?Towards Recovery: The Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador?, the incumbent will assume other responsibilities;
Performs other related duties as required, may be required to work alone.
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