Location: Waterford
Psychiatric Registered Nurse IIA
Mental Health and Addictions Program
CHS Act Team 2
Permanent, Full Time
22782POS Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 Hour shifts; days) Salary NS31 ($42.63 - $52.69) Competition Number 2024005236 Posted Date 29 July 2024 Closing Date 8 August 2024
About UsNewfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.
NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 510,550 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 22,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca
Job SummaryThe FACT Team Lead functions as an administrative lead of the interdisciplinary team with duties including referral management, liaising with referral agents, chairing daily FACT meetings, and coordinating the daily schedule. They coordinate Psychiatry clinics and/or telehealth sessions, consult and collaborate with internal and external services providers as well as coordinate and monitor treatment plans and service delivery. This position demands a high level of independence with work assignments of a complex nature and the use of specialized skills in the treatment of mental illness and addictions within an interdisciplinary team. The incumbent will also provide clinical consultation, leadership, and orientation to other team members. They will assist with program planning, development and evaluation along with adherence, understanding and implementation of the FACT model.
While the primary function of this position is to support operations of the FACT Team, the Psychiatric Nurse IIA/ Team Lead will also have an individual caseload (reduced) along with being actively involved in all high intensity FACT clients. This position works with considerable independence as well as facilitating a collaborative and interdisciplinary work environment. Reporting to the manager of the FACT team, the Psychiatric Nurse IIA, Team Lead is responsible for the development, planning, organization, supervision and evaluation of the care provided by the FACT Team and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate uses extensive knowledge and skills gained through experiences in Psychiatric nursing, Recovery and Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles, to assist clients in meeting their goals.
Job DemandsRequirementsBy applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly moves or lifts between 5 - 10 lbs, occasionally moves or lifts up to 25 lbs and occasionally is required to push patients in wheelchairs over 50 lbs.
Regularly walks , stands or sits to provide care or to observe patients.
Regularly uses fine finger/precision work requiring steadiness and accurate movement/control.
Visual concentration is required to observe a patient's behaviour and body language.
Occasionally required to drive to patients homes for visits or to accompany them to community agencies or resources.
Job QualificationsGraduation from an approved/recognized post-secondary nursing education program with a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing OR a diploma in Nursing supplemented by a Post-Basic course or CNA Certification in Psychiatric Nursing is required.
Practicing licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL).
Active certification in BLS.
Minimum of five (5) years' experience within the last seven (7) years in Adult Mental Health nursing in Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Acute Care or Ambulatory Care/Community Mental Health is required.
Experience and knowledge of adolescent and youth Mental Health.
Demonstrated competencies in organizational, leadership, interpersonal, team building, communication and decision making skills.
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver's License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required
Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.
If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit.
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 immediatelyTo 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 InquiriesTelephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. 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 employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.
NL Health Services 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.