Job opportunity
Registered Practical Nurse (TFT 1.0 FTE)
The Royal
About the Role
Secure Treatment Unit
The Secure Treatment Unit provide specialized evidence-based assessment and treatment, including using the Risk Needs Responsivity Model of rehabilitation. The programs includes, Assessment and Stabilization Unit, Sexual Behaviours Unit, Trauma Disorders Unit, and Aggressive Behaviour Modulation Unit. All units include a range of psychosocial rehabilitation modules that address individual mental health and criminogenic needs. Treatment focuses on mental health recovery and targeting criminogenic needs to facilitate successful community reintegration and reduce recidivism (reoffending).
Qualifications
Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing;
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice.
Understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Technical skills such as glucometer reading, vital signs, injection skills, physical assessment/mental health assessment, catheterization, medication administration, O2 administration, basic wound care, suctioning, safe patient handling, bladder scanning, ECT recovery, skin care and feeding
Ability to develop therapeutic relations with patients
Ability to function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team
Basic computer skills required
Preferred
Two years’ recent experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing
Knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring and positioning techniques
Language Requirements
English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset
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The Secure Treatment Unit provide specialized evidence-based assessment and treatment, including using the Risk Needs Responsivity Model of rehabilitation. The programs includes, Assessment and Stabilization Unit, Sexual Behaviours Unit, Trauma Disorders Unit, and Aggressive Behaviour Modulation Unit. All units include a range of psychosocial rehabilitation modules that address individual mental health and criminogenic needs. Treatment focuses on mental health recovery and targeting criminogenic needs to facilitate successful community reintegration and reduce recidivism (reoffending).
Qualifications
Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing;
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice.
Understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Technical skills such as glucometer reading, vital signs, injection skills, physical assessment/mental health assessment, catheterization, medication administration, O2 administration, basic wound care, suctioning, safe patient handling, bladder scanning, ECT recovery, skin care and feeding
Ability to develop therapeutic relations with patients
Ability to function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team
Basic computer skills required
Preferred
Two years’ recent experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing
Knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring and positioning techniques
Language Requirements
English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset
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