Registered Nurse, Mental Health

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Qualifications:

• Current Registration and Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic CPR Certification
• Formal education in Psychiatric nursing at a College level preferred

Required Skills:

• Code White training.
• Computer literate, Meditech trained
• Current knowledge and experience in Psychiatric Nursing is essential.
• Experience performing Mini Mental Status Evaluation, Hamilton Rating Scale and GAF scales.

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Mental Health assessment skills, familiarity with the MH-RAI.
• Self-directed, motivated team player with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in Psychiatry.
• Ability to manage a variety of patient conditions
• Ability to organize daily activities; to remain flexible; and adapt to crisis situations and rapid change
• Ability to work rotating shifts
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team to plan and provide optimal patient care
• Good attendance and work record is essential
• Sound problem solving, conflict resolution and decision making skills
• Consistently meets attendance expectations, demonstrating reliability and commitment to scheduled shifts

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.

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Choosing AMGH as your employer opens the door to many professional development opportunities and training supports. Applicants may be eligible for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Support Program for Nurses programs.