Registered Nurse

1 month ago


Greater Toronto Area, Canada Humber River Health Full time
Job Title: Registered Nurse - Mental Health Specialist

Job Summary:

Humber River Health is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join our Outpatient Mental Health Program as a Mental Health Specialist. In this role, you will work in a fast-paced environment, providing exceptional care to patients and their families. As a member of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process and review external/internal mental health referrals directed to the Outpatient Mental Health program
  • Liaise with referral sources for clarification of referral and provide instructions regarding referral criteria to ensure complete and appropriate information is received
  • Conduct intake screener assessments (via telephone, video or in person) to clarify needs of patient and offer services best suited for the referral
  • Conduct risk assessments and interventions when clinically indicated
  • Provide patients with relevant mental health and addictions community resources
  • Deliver patient educational groups (via video or in person) for referred patients
  • Present complex referrals/assessments in team clinical rounds and communicate decisions with referral source and patient as appropriate
  • Participate in department related projects or committees to improve intake processes
  • Liaise with internal mental health team members to ensure correct placement of referrals
  • Provides coverage to other areas of the Outpatient Mental Health program as needed

Qualifications:

  • Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Current BCLS/CPR certification required
  • BScN preferred
  • Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing required, or willingness to obtain within one year of hire
  • 2 years of recent mental health/addictions experience is required
  • Demonstrated ability to provide individual/group health teaching for patients and staff
  • Excellent assessment skills, including demonstrated knowledge of crisis intervention skills
  • Demonstrates awareness and understanding in working with individuals from different cultures
  • Demonstrated ability to work with complex patient and family situations
  • Demonstrates an excellent understanding re: the etiology of mental health/addiction illnesses
  • Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act
  • Knowledge/experience in Trauma Informed Care preferred
  • Technology literacy and usage skills preferred. Such as: video conferencing using MS Teams, OTN etc, and ability to use mobile technologies such as smartphones and tablets to connect patients to care
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health & Addictions community resources is an asset
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills, with an ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
  • Must be able to work effectively, both individually and within a group setting, in a fast paced environment
  • Demonstrates initiative and creativity in the workplace
  • A positive attendance record

Why Choose Humber River Health?

Humber River Health is a dynamic and innovative healthcare organization that is committed to delivering high-quality patient care. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto's Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows as a Huron Consulting hospital. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that represents the diverse communities surrounding Humber River Health. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at Humber River Health. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Humber River Health, all new hires must have received a complete COVID-19 vaccination series approved by Health Canada AND have received their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to their first date of employment. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital's obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.



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