Registered Nurse (MHAP/RAAM/ACT) – NF 05/26 in Sioux Lookout

Job Summary:

In accordance with the standards of best practice of College of Nurses Ontario and the Mission, Vison, and Values of the Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre, the MHAP (ACT/RAAM) Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive, evidenced based, safe, effective and ethical nursing care to all clients of the Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Program and the Rapid Access Addictions Medicine Clinic.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as RN required.
• Current Basic CPR certificate (BCLS) required.
• Additional education and/or experience relating to caring for patients with substance use disorder an asset.
• ASIST or SAFE-T training preferred or willing to complete.
• Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence training (SANE) preferred or willing to complete.
• CNA Psychiatric and Mental Health certification preferred or willing to complete.
• Intravenous/venipuncture skills/certification.
• Current knowledge of child protection/ duty to report requirements.
• Experience working respectfully with diverse cultures, especially First Nations.
• Additional training/experience related to crisis intervention and trauma.
• Minimum two (2) years experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills as proven based on previous experience in a similar role.

Job Duties:

• Provide nursing clinical assessment and care to patients of the RAAM clinic in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide nursing clinical assessment and care, including forensic evidence collection, to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
• May be called on to testify in court of law.
• Must be willing to participate in “on-call” roster.
• Regular and sustained attendance is essential for this position.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment with unpredictable situations.
• Ability to self-reflect on practice and make adjustments based on both internal and external feedback.
• Provide culturally competent and respectful care in accordance with hospital policy.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment in support of infection control measures and attend training when necessary.
• Coordinates care of acute medical patients requiring close monitoring and care in an outpatient environment.
• Provide assistance to and relief for all areas as required.
• Other nursing duties as assigned.

Salary: $40.24 – $57.68; in accordance with ONA Collective Agreement.

Competition No. NF 05/26 Please quote on your application.