Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 315-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province. 

The Manager of the float pool is currently seeking multiple full time registered practical nurses. The purpose of the position is to provide psychiatric nursing care and physical assessment and related care required to patients within specialized Regional and Provincial Forensic inter-professional clinical programs

The Float Pool is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to gain diverse nursing experience across various departments within a hospital. This program is perfect for adaptable professionals with strong decision-making skills. Float Pool staff, including Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs), and Patient Care Assistants (PCAs), provide nursing care across a range of patient programs, including both high-security forensic and regional care units.

Float Pool team members will be on-boarded, cross-trained and scheduled to work across all clinical inpatient areas on both regional and provincial programs. The populations we serve within our inpatient programs include Forensics, Dual Diagnosis, Geriatric Psychiatry, Acute Assessment, Transition and Recovery and Concurrent Disorders Programs. Shifts will be assigned to meet the staffing needs of the organization and are subject to change as determined by the Employer. This flexibility allows staff to collaborate with multiple nursing teams and enhance their skills in a variety of settings, supporting the hospital's operations and patient care requirements.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation package including comprehensive benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan with Healthcare of Canada Pension Plan (HOOP https://hoopp.com )
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee referral program
• Recognition program
• Employee Wellness programs
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Robust orientation and training to support your success in the role

For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assessing patient condition and needs based on interviews, interaction and direct observation; developing and implementing therapeutic patient treatment/care/discharge plans
• Developing therapeutic nurse-patient relationships utilizing nursing and other theoretical or practice frameworks i.e. psychosocial rehabilitation, counselling, health teaching, administering and monitoring medication, and teaching life skills in preparation for community reintegration
• Observing, assessing, recording, and reporting patient condition; evaluating progress and modifying plans as appropriate; assessing patient risk to self and/or others; participating in quality improvement activities to facilitate changes in nursing practice and inter-professional care
• Contributing to a safe, therapeutic environment through adherence to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards, program/facility-wide policies and procedures, including mandatory training.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current registration in good standing as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, current CPR and First Aid
• Valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) with Oxygen Therapy (OT) and Airway Management (AM).
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with medical and mental health nursing theory and practice
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with medication practices, side effects, and current treatment modalities, knowledge of mental health medications an asset
• Recent mental health nursing in a mental health facility or service is preferred, including familiarity with the recovery philosophy, and trauma informed care
• Experience with patient safety including emergency patient care procedures
• Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
• Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to adapt readily to change
• Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
• Preference for proficiency in French/English language   

HOW DO I APPLY?

Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to http://www.waypointcentre.ca/i_want_to/join_your_team by quoting Job ID WC25-35. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.