Registered Nurse (Temporary Part-Time 50%) Community Based - CMHA West PCH - 172642

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Registered Nurse

Community Based Services

Community Mental Health and Addictions

Health PEI

Location – Prince County Hospital, Summerside

Temporary Part-Time (50%) (PEINU) Position

Commencing Immediately until February 2027 with Possible Extension

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

This is a professional nursing position responsible for patients participating in the Outpatient Withdrawal Management and Opioid Agonist Program. The incumbent acts as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Duties:

• Complete initial and on-going client assessments including substance use history, suicide risk assessment and Best Possible Medication History (BPMH).
• Assess client for most appropriate service and make professional recommendations (Out -Patient Withdrawal Management, Inpatient Withdrawal Management, counselling, or another appropriate services).
• Provide education and counseling support to clients in individual and group format.
• Develop case management planning in collaboration with the client.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary services as required.
• Provide information to the community and other health care providers in relation to Community Addiction Services.
• Provide Recovery Based, Client/Family Focused, Trauma Informed Care.
• Educate clients on harm reduction strategies.
• In collaboration with the attending physician, coordinate clinics and maintenance for clients on the Opioid Agonist Program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing, or a Diploma in Nursing with extensive experience in clinical area may be considered
• Some nursing experience (1-3 yrs) with a combination of hospital and/or community setting
• Obtain and maintain education credentials and certifications specific to practice area
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island
• Possess a solid knowledge of chemical dependency and substance use.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and individual and group communication skills.
• Have a good previous work and attendance record.
• Knowledge of the Provincial Mental Health Act
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience using the Telus EMR would be considered an asset.

Other Qualifications:

• Previous experience in mental health and substance use nursing would be considered an asset;
• Training in suicide risk assessment and MH&A therapies would be considered an asset.

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Salary Range: $39.52 - $49.37 per hour (RN2)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 37.50 Hours Bi-Weekly / Days / Alternating Weekends / Evenings When Required

Posting ID: 172642-0326PCTI

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, applications may be submitted by mail to the PEI Public Service Commission at either P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8, or c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É., 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, PE C1N 5L2. Applications may also be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383 or (902) 888-8083. As receipt of faxed applications cannot be guaranteed, applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt by telephone or in person prior to the closing date. Please ensure the appropriate Job Posting ID number is included on all application materials. Applications may be submitted online, and application forms may be obtained at www.jobspei.ca, any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É. location, PEI Government office, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone at (902) 368-4080 or (902) 888-8013.