Mental Health Nurse

Lloydminster - Canada

Hourly Salary: CAD 40 - 53

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A Rewarding Career at CASA Mental Health

Are you passionate about creating hope for children youth and families At CASA Mental Health every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive we deliver holistic evidence-informed and compassionate care across Alberta.

CASA Classrooms
You will be a part of a team that works within community schools right where children live and learn. The CASA Classrooms program provides individual and group therapy psychiatric care medication management and schooling according to each students individual Classrooms are CASAs new model for school-based mental health service. The program is delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta community partners and school divisions.

Job Details
Wage range: $40.28 - $53.03 an hour
Vacation: 4.18 hours accrued bi-weekly
Shift structure: Monday to Friday 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Lloydminster
Union:In-scope
Classification:Registered Nurse Registered Psychiatric nurse
FTE:1.0 for the duration of the school year
Status:Permanent
Hybrid/Multi-site

About the Mental Health Nurse Role:
CASA Mental Health Classrooms are CASAs new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses the need for services closer to students by bridging a childs mental health and school needs through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta community partners and school divisions. This role follows the school year schedule running from August to June.

The Mental Health Nurse will:

Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to provide and coordinate services such as nursing assessments plans of care medication administration teaching telephone follow-up and health promotion.
Complete appropriate nursing assessments (physical and psychosocial) to identify mental health concerns and current risks. This includes:
Incorporating objective findings such as laboratory results diagnostic findings specialist reports and past history.
Integrating assessment and other data to establish appropriate long and short-term goals and providing nursing interventions to promote maintain and restore health.
Monitor evaluate and modify nursing care plans based on effectiveness of interventions and/or changes in condition or environment in collaboration with the patient and care team.
Provide information and instructions to assist others in understanding the clinical condition ongoing care and management.
Assist with individual or group therapy.
Liaise with other professionals to promote continuity of care and assist families with connecting to a primary care physician.
Act as a resource by providing training to team members to assist in their professional development and participating in the development of childrens mental health teaching and resource materials.
Practice according to the code of ethics and practice standards of their specific nursing college.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the Health Information and Protection of Privacy Information Acts in addition to professional organizations ethics and standards of practice.
Respect for and understanding of confidentiality and an ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personal and sensitive information.
Familiarity with electronic medical records or similar information systems.
Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a clinical setting utilize relevant research findings in daily nursing practice identify barriers and facilitate solution development and to work independently and within a team to prioritize work activities.
Commitment to continuous quality improvement and engaging in continuous learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Ability to make evidence-based decisions work across programs and services and to work and communicate in a cooperative respective manner with all staff.
Knowledge of family therapy and group therapy is an asset.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelors degree in nursing.
A minimum of three to five years of recent pediatric experience in an ambulatory care setting which has included the care and management of children with mental health problems. Acute care experience in childrens mental health would be an asset.
Must be a member in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta.
Valid Class 5 drivers license and access to a vehicle.

Conditions of Employment

A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) or Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA) training as well asphysical ability to perform all interventions.
Valid drivers license and vehicle as travel is required for this position.

Your Well-Being Matters

At CASA we know a career in mental health is more than just a job its a calling. Thats why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits opportunities for growth and the support you need to rest recharge and continue making a difference.

What We Offer:

Employer-paid health and dental benefits including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2000 annually in mental health services.
Flexible Spending Account that allows you choose between Health Spending Personal Spending your RRSP or CASA Pension Plan.
Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer match.
Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
Paid time off for illness bereavement moving and education.
Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Learnings Day.
Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families across Alberta Apply today.

Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 25-228 #CASAMHN

Required Experience:

Senior IC

A Rewarding Career at CASA Mental HealthAre you passionate about creating hope for children youth and families At CASA Mental Health every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all child...

Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to provide and coordinate services such as nursing assessments plans of care medication administration teaching telephone follow-up and health promotion.
Complete appropriate nursing assessments (physical and psychosocial) to identify mental health concerns and current risks. This includes:
Incorporating objective findings such as laboratory results diagnostic findings specialist reports and past history.
Integrating assessment and other data to establish appropriate long and short-term goals and providing nursing interventions to promote maintain and restore health.
Monitor evaluate and modify nursing care plans based on effectiveness of interventions and/or changes in condition or environment in collaboration with the patient and care team.
Provide information and instructions to assist others in understanding the clinical condition ongoing care and management.
Assist with individual or group therapy.
Liaise with other professionals to promote continuity of care and assist families with connecting to a primary care physician.
Act as a resource by providing training to team members to assist in their professional development and participating in the development of childrens mental health teaching and resource materials.
Practice according to the code of ethics and practice standards of their specific nursing college.