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Job Location drjobs

Windsor - Canada

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 33 - 39

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

TEMPORARY FOR APPROXIMATELY 2 YEARS


Under the direction of the Interim Manager Clinical Services this position is responsible for the safe effective and ethical nursing care. The RPN will provide direct professional nursing care to clients requiring primary and mental health services. As a member of a multidisciplinary health care team the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides nursing care within the RPN full scope of practice while also assuming an active role in the smooth operation of CMHA Health Centre as a member of the team

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

  • The position responsibilities include the following within the scope of practice guidelines provided by the College of Nurses and under the authorization of a team physician or Nurse Practitioner:
  • Under authorization of a psychiatrist or physician receives medication orders administers medications including injectable medications where appropriate. Client injections include longacting psychotropic medication vitamin B12 MOHLTC funded vaccines.
  • Communicable Disease testing and follow up health assessments.
  • Management of medication including receipt and storage of stocked sample medications
  • Conducts ongoing assessment and observation for effects and side effects to the prescribed medication. Acting with client consent as liaison with clients psychiatrist/physician. Effectively communicates assessments and concerns regularly with team members and psychiatrists/physicians and collaborates to establish interventions and supports based on client needs and goals.
  • Conducts detailed intakes for new clients e.g. vitals medical tests and initial assessment/ triage of primary and mental health concerns.
  • Medical procedures such as wound care.
  • Order/restock clinic supplies and keep all examination rooms updated with clinic supplies daily.
  • Maintenance and quality assurance related to medical equipment and point of care testing.
  • Client education e.g. glucometer teaching smoking cessation healthy lifestyles.
  • Provider directed client followup e.g. calling clients with test results referral management.
  • Assesses needs and values of family where family involvement has been indicated to support link educate and advocate for family as needed. Ensuring family members are aware of available community resources that provide services and support. Where conflicts arise between the wishes of clients and family members family members are referred to as an appropriate alternative service.
  • Work in consultation with the CMHA Health Centre/CMHA mental health and health care providers.
  • Adhering to standards as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and agency Policy and Procedures.
  • Following agency procedures and College of Nurses of Ontario Standards regarding documentation of medication orders medication administration and reporting of errors.
  • Other duties as assigned and which are within the scope of the position and which further the objectives/goals of the organization.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

EDUCATION & SKILLS:

Hours of Work: ThirtyFive (35) hour work week. The agencys regular hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Flexible hours are required to meet client and service needs.

Salary range: Grade 7 $33.51 $39.62 per hour

PerCollective Agreement

Applicable shift premiums are paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement Article 17.11.

Please submit your cover letter and resume clearly stating how your skills and experience meet the position requirements prior to the posting closing date.

Posting Date: Monday May 5 2025

Posting Deadline: Friday May 16 @ 4:30pm

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment at CMHAWECB. We are however unable to respond to individual calls. Only those individuals selected for consideration will be contacted for next steps. Thank you for your understanding


This position is posted per Article 15 of the Collective Agreement. Internal candidates will be considered in priority as established by the Article as such external candidates may not be considered if there is a qualified internal applicant.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities and experiences as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen CMHA. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at

Please note that candidacy for positions will require you to be authorized to work in Canada.

Please note that a satisfactory police vulnerable sector check is required as a condition of employment for all roles with CHMAWECB.

Employment Type

Temp

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