Job Description

Categories:

Nursing

Location(s):

Owen Sound

Types:

Part TimeTemporary

DEPARTMENT: MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS (SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINER)

POSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUND

UNION AFFILIATION: ONA

STATUS: PART-TIME, TEMPORARY (APPROX. END DATE JUNE 2026)

WAGE RATE: $39.07 - $56.00

The RN provides a range of outpatient mental health services to clients who have experienced sexual assault and domestic violence (intimate partner abuse). The RN provides specialized treatment, psychosocial care, legal information, and related crisis counseling and counselling services using evidenced-based therapeutic modalities.

Skills/Abilities/Qualifications

Required

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Experience in forensic gynecology and forensic nursing Knowledge of paediatric forensic sexual assault exams Knowledge of sexual assault law, evidence collection and legal proceedings Experience in Crisis Intervention in relation to sexual assault and domestic partner violence Understanding of the current issues and challenges in providing care to sexual and domestic violence victims Excellent problem solving, decision making, and organizational skills Advanced Leadership skills Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills Established skills in self-care Ability and willingness to work all shifts Knowledgeable and proficient with the skills required to educate adults Excellent assessment and interviewing skills Ability to prioritize and remain calm during stressful, violent and crisis situations Commitment to continuous professional development and continuing education Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records Adherence to Brightshores 'CARE' Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and 'LEAD' Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes

Preferred

* Baccalaureate degree in nursing