Job Description

Location: Multi Site - Primary Site: Whitbourne HCS Office

Community Health Registered Nurse I (repost)
Mental Health & Addictions
Temporary, Full Time (until July 1,2023, with the possibility of extension)
03695RP1
Hours 75 bi-weekly (0-150 hours in a four-week period. This position usually works 75 bi-weekly; 8 hour shifts, days, evenings)
Salary NS 30, ($35.74 - $44.38)
Competition Number 2022001972
Posted Date 27 October 2022
Closing Date 6 November 2022

About Us
Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary
The Community Health Registered Nurse I in Mental Health and Addictions provides mental health nursing services through assessment, referral, counselling and consultation. The nurse demonstrates an understanding of case management models, roles and functions within a community mental health setting. He/she provides mental health promotion activities including delivery of workshops and presentations, attendance at health fairs, and participation of community-based committees. This position will develop and implement therapeutic and self-help groups, prepare monthly reports and statistical information, and participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team, and may travel to outreach clinics as required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Work demands occasionally result in fatigue requiring periods of rest, but strength and endurance is generally not required.
Occasionally lifts objects Regularly performs counselling sessions with clients and or family members with a requirement to sit for prolonged periods.
May require constant sitting for meetings, documentation, or computer research.
Constantly uses fine finger/precision, auditory, sensory and visual concentration to provide and conduct assessments, observe/monitor clients, provide feedback to clients and other health care providers and complete documentation.
A high level of attentiveness and vigilance is required when working alone and during counselling sessions to ensure safety or detect impending danger/harm to self or client.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized post-secondary nursing education program with a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
A minimum of three out of the last five years' experience in mental health nursing.
A current practicing license with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) and BLS Certification is required.
Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and with a high degree of independence and initiative.
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver's License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

*Should there be no applicants who meet the above qualifications; consideration may be given to other applicants following an assessment of their skills and abilities.

**Current Community Health Nurse I's who do not possess a BN but meet the other required qualifications will still be considered for this position.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. Otherwise, if this is posted internal and external, we will accept all applications, but preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit.

Please note that job offers will be made in accordance with Article 23.12 of the RNUNL Collective Agreement.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit your resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding processes. We are happy to assist applicants requesting accommodation or support during the process. Please email employment@easternhealth.ca or call 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

All Eastern Health employees and new hires are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.