Miramichi Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN **

JOB PURPOSETo participate in the planning and delivery of total nursing care to meet individual patient needs in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the nursing service and Addiction/Mental Health Program. Performs other duties as assigned. May be reassigned or required to float throughout the program as required.QUALIFICATIONSRegistered with the Nurses Association of New BrunswickHigh regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patientsMinimum of 1950 hours of recent and direct A/MH experience within the last 2 yearsPost Secondary Certificate in Mental Health Nursing or CNA certification would be an assetCurrent BLS and willing to obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, Concurrent Disorder Modules, Addictions 101 and Motivational InterviewingWillingness to maintain re-certifications as requiredHigh level of interpersonal skills; ability to work well within a team and independentlyKnowledge of assessment tools and treatment modalitiesAwareness of relevant legislation and processes, including but not limited to the Mental Health Act, Family Services Act and NB Addiction withdrawal protocolsAbility to develop care plans and initiate recovery planningPrevious exemplary work and attendance recordExcellent communication and Organizational skillsMandatory to participate in Reflective Clinical Supervision, Code White, Motivational Interview and Family Centered Care training and any other mandatory trainingDemonstrates commitment to continuing education and is willing to participate in ongoing education to upgrade knowledge and skills, as is deemed necessary by candidate's own current professional practice and/or Horizon Health NetworkWillingness to adhere to departmental/corporate policies and proceduresAbility to perform the duties of the positionKEY RESPONSIBILITIESPatient CareThrough the use of standardized tools, utilizes the nursing process as a framework to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document patient careProvides case management and counselling servicesMaintains documentation within NANB standards of practiceEmbraces a culture of client/family centered collaborative careAids in the development of and continuously evaluates effectiveness of individual nursing care plans, ensuring modifications as neededEngages in therapeutic relationships and helps support and guide patients/families in their recovery planningFacilitates/participates in educational or therapeutic groupsEnsures patient/family/community have been provided with information conducive to optimal outcomesActs as a patient advocate, promoting an environment conducive to open communication and professionalismMaintains knowledge of treatments, equipment and supplies pertinent to the serviceActs as a role model, working collaboratively with other team membersEvaluates and communicates special patient needs and /or staffing needs to assure safe quality care provisionEducational/Human ResourcesMaintains personal certification skills required Models professionalism; maintains standards of practice and professional boundaries as determined by the service and NANBActs in a leadership role for other professional and non-professional staffAssists with and supports the orientation of new staffAssists with educating patient/families/staff/communitySupports the preceptorship programPromotes and demonstrates an interest in program activities, by attending staff meetings, participating on committees as requested and contributing to the development/evaluation of unit standards of care.Reports unsafe practices or professional misconduct which could possibly endanger patient safetyFinancialMaintains an awareness of fiscal responsibility and promotes a culture of cost effectivenessActs as a change agent to enhance quality of care, work environment and sustainabilityWorks collaboratively with the Manager regarding optimization measures.Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment: http://skyline/EmploymentBenefits/Pages/Terms-of-your-Employment-.aspx COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORKCommunicationInterested? Apply Today? Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.About Horizon’s Recruitment ProcessWe thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes. Diversity StatementHorizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.