Registered Nurse

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Program Manager, Mental Health (3N/3S), the registered nurse is responsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, patient focused nursing care to patients and families.  In collaboration with the family and other team members, the registered nurse is responsible for ongoing assessment and monitoring of the patient’s health status, identification of patient/family needs and the development of plans to meet those needs, the provision of direct patient care and the evaluation of care.  The registered nurse also participates in the ongoing professional development of self and others, and in unit and hospital wide quality improvement initiatives. The Registered Nurse will work in the PAN role, 3N/S unit and the PICU unit.

The registered nurse is responsible for the application of current theory and research in the delivery of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations.

The registered nurse complies with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous acute psychiatric nursing experience – Preferred
• Must be prepared to work and be trained to all areas (3S/N, PAN, and PICU)  and work in all areas. 
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health care, services and community agencies;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all patients, staff and visitors;
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development;
• Willingness to participate in process improvement;

EDUCATION/TRAINING EXPERIENCE:

• Current Certificate of Registration issued through the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic Rescuer (C) recognized by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario
  
  

Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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