ONAJob Title: Registered Nurse x2Status: Regular Part TimeDepartment: Emergency Department- Zone 11 (Mental Health)Program: Emergency12 Hour Shifts, Days, Nights & Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)Location: Lakeridge Health OshawaWage Schedule: $39.070 - $56 per hourPosting Reference: 2400001013DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the Patient Care Manager in the Emergency Department the Registered Nurse will utilize the nursing process in providing exceptional patient and family centred care in a model that integrates the emergency department and mental health settings within the Emergency Department(Zone 11). To participate as a member of the interprofessional team in an acute mental health environment. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competencies, professionalism and continued development relevant to current practice. Able to maintain accurate nursing records. Will conduct patient physical health and mental health assessments.QUALIFICATIONS:* Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);* Current BCLS;* Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO;* Mental Health Certificate is preferred;* Previous experience in acute Mental Health settings, including populations of children, adolescents and adults;* Proven experience working with interprofessional teams;* Successful completion of Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behaviour Program (CPI);* Proven ability to recognize and effectively diffuse escalating or volatile patients;* Exceptional oral and written communication skills;* Able to work in a fast paced, changing environment;* Must have satisfactory performance record;* Demonstrated knowledge of community mental health and addiction resources;* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety, and participation in regular in-service education in this area;* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;* Proven good attendance record with the ability of maintaining this same standard;CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.