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

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.

Closing Date:    When Filled

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

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted, we thank all others for their interest. An acceptable criminal reference check and immunization records will be required from the successful candidate. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. SLMHC is an equal opportunity employer and a scent-free facility.