Nurse B - Community Mental Health Nurse at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

53.49

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Computer Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Crisis Intervention, Medication Management, Counseling, Goal Planning, Documentation, Client Education, Community Support, Case Management, Mental Health, Addiction Services, Team Collaboration, Flexibility

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 9006578 Expected Start Date: Union: SUN Facility: Mental Health - McKerracher City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Mental Health Residential Care Unit - Approved Home Enhancements Type: Casual FTE: 0 Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.880 to $53.490 Travel Required: No Job Description: As a member of Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Community Mental Health Laison Nurse is an integral member of a multidisciplinary team that will address the issues of complex clients who have a primary diagnosis of a major mental illness. This position will work closely with the psychiatry inpatient unit and the transition team to provide assistance with clients transitioning from hospital back into the SHA housing partnership community beds. Responsibilities include intensive case management and stabilization, medication management, crisis intervention, counseling, goal planning, establishment of community supports through consultation with community agencies, student mentoring, documentation, and client/family education. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience 3 years experience in a Mental Health setting. Education Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing (BPN) Licenses Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) Other Education and Training Workplace Assessment & Violence Education (WAVE) Nursing diploma is acceptable Bachelor of Nursing is acceptable Psychiatric Nursing diploma is acceptable Competencies Advanced - Communication skills Advanced - Organizational skills Basic - Computer skills Basic - Interpersonal skills Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge in applicable Acts Ability to be flexible and willing to change Other Information Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS Travel required For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/ Valid driver's license, where required The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

Responsibilities

The Community Mental Health Liaison Nurse will provide intensive case management and stabilization for clients with major mental illnesses. Responsibilities include medication management, crisis intervention, counseling, and establishing community supports.