Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Corrections Health offers health services to patients held in remand and provincial correctional centres. This population often has complex health issues, requiring health care services while in custody, and assistance upon release. While challenging, working in corrections allows staff to provide service to a marginalized population that is very rewarding to work with. Reporting to the manager of Addictions and Mental Health, the successful applicant will provide nursing assessment, diagnosis, intervention and treatment as indicated to clients in the centre. The successful applicant will also evaluate the effectiveness of interventions on an ongoing basis and respond as appropriate to promote positive client responses and outcomes. Additionally, the successful applicant will participate in providing psychoeducational groups to clients at the centre. Previous experience working with clients in addictions and mental health will be an asset in this position, as well as experience with marginalized and incarcerated populations. The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively is essential. The successful applicant must be able to triage his or her work in order to provide the most effective level of service possible. Alberta Health Services\' core values - compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety - guide our actions and behaviours to achieve excellent patient- and family-centered healthcare for all Albertans.

Description:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $35.17/hour - $42.96/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

• Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Corrections Health
• Primary Location: Edmonton Remand Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 09-JAN-2023
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 19-JAN-2023
• Hours per Shift: 9.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 6
• Shifts per cycle: 19
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.44
• Maximum Salary: $50.45
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Additional Required Qualifications:

Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta is required. Minimum three years of experience working in acute mental health, including assessment. Strong professional judgment, initiative and effective time management skills are necessary. Experience working with marginalized groups. Preferred Qualifications:

The ability to work with various computer programs is an asset. Preference will be given to previous experience working with a forensic/incarcerated population.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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