Job Description

Date:

October 29, 2025

Position:

Nurse II

Status:

Full Time, (1.0 FTE), Permanent

Hours of Work*:

Days of work vary; 8:45am - 5:00pm

Department:

Community Services

Job Posting No.:

#2025-090

Reports to:

Program Manager, ACT - Wiisocotatiwin

Closing Date:

November 12, 2025 at 4:00pm

Union:

MNU

Salary:

$41.733- $51.196/hr

*These hours can vary depending on operational requirements of the program

*Mount Carmel Clinic operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas

Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary

The ACT-Wiisocotatiwin Nurse II provides health education and care within the scope of nursing practice. As a member of a client-centered interdisciplinary team, the incumbent will provide crisis response as needed and assist other staff in defusing situations where the presence of someone with mental health expertise could be helpful. The incumbent will conduct nursing psychiatric assessments, provide support and education to clients about their medications and treatment options and refer the client to other professionals/services within and outside of MCC.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of approved Registered Nursing education program, BN preferred. Must be a member in good standing with CRNM. This includes knowledge of the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for RNs or RPNs. Education and training in mental health assessments, suicide intervention and mental health treatments and medication required A combination of experience and education will be considered

Skills, Expertise and Experience

A minimum of five (5) years' experience working as a Registered Nurse A minimum of three (3) years' experience working in a community health setting Knowledge and Experience working with Students and/or Volunteers Current CPR Certification at Basic Rescuer Level Familiarity with the Mental Health Act Demonstrated clinical skills in physical examination and nursing intervention Knowledge of medications used to treat mental illness and their side effects Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills including a keen awareness of participant-clinician boundary issues Excellent clinical assessment/interview skills in mental health and addictions Experience working with clients with concurrent disorder and those living in unstable housing conditions or homeless an asset Excellent knowledge of community resources available to people living with mental health illness including those related to diversity and demonstrated ability to negotiate with others on behalf of clients

Critical Skills

Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and crisis management

Focus on Results

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values

Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values

Indigenous Understanding

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration

Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness

Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems, including Microsoft Office suite

MCC Philosophies

Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work

Assets

Strong working relationships with Community Resources Fluency in additional languages relevant to the client population Experience working with service-specific programs including EMR, eChart, and Accuro

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.

Please submit your application here:

https://mountcarmelclinic.applytojobs.ca/community+services/42534

This link can also be found under Employment Opportunities on our website:

https://www.mountcarmel.ca/get-involved/work-with-us/#current-postings

We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $41.73-$51.19 per hour

Work Location: In person