CUPELAKERIDGE HEALTHREPOSTEDREGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSEINPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH (3 West)REGULAR PART TIME X4Current schedule is Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends; 8 & 12 hours shifts; (subject to change)LAKERIDGE HEALTH Ajax/ Pickering (Training and orientation will begin at the Oshawa site until such time as the unit opens mid-summer 2019)CUPE-1900000521/522/523/524/525Lakeridge Health is excited to announce the opening of 22 Mental Health in-patient beds at the Ajax Pickering site. The new Mental Health Unit at Ajax will provide an integrated and effective continuum of mental health service within the context of client and family focused care to adults living within our community. Care will be provided for individuals with severe mental illness and those experiencing acute mental health crises. We are now actively seeking enthusiastic professionals to join our team which will include Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Recreational Therapists, Clerks, and Psychiatrists. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team as it establishes its foundation within the community of Ajax/Pickering.The Mental Health Inpatient program will provide funding that may include paid tuition for the Mental Health Nursing RN/RPN Certificate from Durham College or for the CNA Certification Program exam from the Canadian Nurses Association. A commitment from the employee of 24 months working in the Mental Health program as a permanent employee is required.This position is open to all CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing July 12, 2019 and closing at 11:59 p.m. on July 19, 2019DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:As a member of an interprofessional team, you will provide client-centred psychiatric and general nursing care and ensure the security and safety of the patients and maintain the CNO standards of nursing practice. You will be responsible for providing clinical care to patients on the inpatient mental health unit. Working within a primary nursing model, you will actively contribute to the treatment approach for the unit, perform assessments, develop, implement and evaluate the interprofessional plan of client care.QUALIFICATIONS:* Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);*A current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is required* Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; *CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing is considered an assetBilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.*Mental Health/psychiatric nursing experience with individuals with mental illness and/or addictions is an asset* Must complete remaining Mental Health Nursing Certificate courses within two years of hire;* Proven knowledge of Psychotropic medications is required;* Complete a Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behaviour Program;* Current Medication Administration Certificate (plus medication administration experience with the last year);* Demonstrated effective group counselling skills or willingness to develop these skills with supervision;* Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete assignments; *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to develop a therapeutic Nurse- Client relationship and work within a collaborative and diverse interprofessional team*Effective leadership, decision-making, organizational and problem solving skills are required.*Demonstrated ability to intervene effectively in clinical situations requiring the management of disturbed behaviour*The ability to work with clients of diverse cultural and social backgrounds is necessary* Ability to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;* Evidence of continuing education related to the requirements of the position;* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area;* Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining the same standard.SALARY: $28.82 - $30.42 per hourCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health.The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364 (Clerical Bargaining Unit).Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under Lakeridge Health's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.