NON-UNION, EXCLUDED NURSE MANAGER : MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTIONS CAMPUS; ACUTE CARE PSYCHIATRY UNIT AND SAFE & SECURE

As a member of the Mental Health Acute Nursing management team, the nurse manager is accountable for leading, developing, and organizing nursing and clinical services for the Acute Care Psychiatry Unit and Safe & Secure. The incumbent is responsible for the preparation and administration of the nursing budget, planning and implementing nursing policy, playing an active role in strategic planning, providing leadership in ongoing development and compliance of clinical standards of nursing, program development as well as quality improvement and professional development of nursing and clinical staff. The nurse manager is responsible for the fiscal, human, and material resources assigned to their units. This position reports directly to the MH&A Acute Care Director of Nursing and collaborates with the physicians, nurse practitioner, clinical leads, supervisors, other nurse managers, and clinical nurse educator to ensure a high standard of evidence-based care is delivered, quality initiatives are implemented and maintained and compliance with organizational policies/procedures.

Duties will include:

• Leadership, supervision, and management of nursing and clinical services;
• Leadership role in preventative measures and follow-up associated with quality assurance and risk management;
• Provide visible and practical guidance, supervision, direction, and support to nursing and clinical staff;
• Participate in the development and implementation of Mental Health & Addictions strategic direction;
• Partner with provincial colleagues in the provision of related services;
• Serve as a professional role model promoting the organizational values and principles;
• Contribute to a climate that fosters cooperation, collaboration, case management, teamwork and growth;
• Monitor clinical performance against pre-determined objectives, standards, and budgets;
• Collaborate with the clinical nurse educator in identifying the educational needs of staff and in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs;
• Collaborate with the Public Service Commission in the recruitment, interview, and staff selection process; facilitate student placements and preceptorships;
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule, proving after hours support to the acute care units
• Participate directly in the budget process; forecasting, implementing budget restraints, identifying capital submissions, monitoring and analyzing budget responsibilities, and reporting variances to the Mental Health Acute Care Manager;
• supervises the procurement, maintenance, and use of equipment and supplies, keeps up to date on equipment needs, considers budget implication for same, and makes recommendations to senior administration;
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
• Must have extensive experience in psychiatric and mental health nursing.
• Additional relevant education and experience in leadership will be considered an asset.
• Considerable experience in supervisory/administrative nursing.
• High level of critical thinking organizational, judgment, group management skills, the ability to anticipate and assess future needs, problem solve, provide direction, and development of all aspects of the nursing and clinical departments.
• Strong interpersonal skills that demonstrate the ability to communicate verbally and in writing and collaborate effectively with staff, health professionals, patients, and their families, with an emphasis on conflict resolution and team-building skills.
• Knowledge and broad understanding of the health care system on a provincial basis;
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in health care that enable the development of options and recommendations;
• Good previous work and attendance record;
• Experience using computer programs and software, e.g., e-mail, Microsoft Office, WordPerfect, internet, CIS, etc.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing with the Canadian Nurses Association is an asset.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention; Gentle Persuasive Approach; AdvanceCode White; and Suicide Risk Assessment preferred.
  Salary Range: $45.76 - $56.29 (Level 20N)
  Bi-Weekly Hours: 75.0 hours Bi-weekly - 8-hour shifts (Days); Evenings and Weekends as per Operational Requirements.
  Posting Id: 167490
  Closing Date: Thursday September 11, 2025 at 4:00pm
  Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
  

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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months
Pay: $45.76-$56.29 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-09-1

• Leadership, supervision, and management of nursing and clinical services;
• Leadership role in preventative measures and follow-up associated with quality assurance and risk management;
• Provide visible and practical guidance, supervision, direction, and support to nursing and clinical staff;
• Participate in the development and implementation of Mental Health & Addictions strategic direction;
• Partner with provincial colleagues in the provision of related services;
• Serve as a professional role model promoting the organizational values and principles;
• Contribute to a climate that fosters cooperation, collaboration, case management, teamwork and growth;
• Monitor clinical performance against pre-determined objectives, standards, and budgets;
• Collaborate with the clinical nurse educator in identifying the educational needs of staff and in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs;
• Collaborate with the Public Service Commission in the recruitment, interview, and staff selection process; facilitate student placements and preceptorships;
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule, proving after hours support to the acute care units
• Participate directly in the budget process; forecasting, implementing budget restraints, identifying capital submissions, monitoring and analyzing budget responsibilities, and reporting variances to the Mental Health Acute Care Manager;
• supervises the procurement, maintenance, and use of equipment and supplies, keeps up to date on equipment needs, considers budget implication for same, and makes recommendations to senior administration;
• Other duties as required