Type de poste:

Casual - Occasionnel

Date de clôture:

Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.

With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.

We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.

As an employee of Medavie Health Services, we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.

As a HPEI employee, and as part of the Mobile Mental Health Team, operated by Medavie, this position responds to individuals in crisis requiring de-escalation, mental health and risk assessments, and coordination of care and support in the community. The Registered Nurse works collaboratively with other interdisciplinary service providers such as, but not limited to, Community Mental Health and Addictions, Primary Care, Psychiatry, EMS, justice, victim services, child and family services, and police services.

Duties:

Complete initial and on-going client assessments including substance use history, suicide risk assessment and Best Possible Medication History (BPMH).
Assess client for most appropriate service
Provide education and support to clients in individual and group format.
Develop case management planning in collaboration with the client.
Communicate with interdisciplinary services as required.
Provide Recovery Based, Client/Family Focused, Trauma Informed Care.
Educate clients on harm reduction strategies.
Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing or Diploma in Nursing with extensive experience in clinical area may be considered
Some nursing experience (1-3 yrs) with a combination of hospital and/or community setting
Obtain and maintain education credentials and certifications specific to practice area
Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island
Possess a solid knowledge of chemical dependency and substance use.
Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and individual and group communication skills.
Have good previous work and attendance record.
Knowledge of the Provincial Mental Health Act
Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.
Knowledge and experience using the Telus EMR would be considered an asset.

Please note: Casual employment lists are used to meet staffing needs arising from vacation, sick, and other short-term leaves and will be dependent on the needs of the employer. Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications, as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. Applications will be kept on file for one year. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range: $44.26 - $55.29 per hour

Bi-Weekly Hours: On Demand – Days and Evenings as required (7am-7pm & 10am-10pm shifts)

The Base Pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and education/training. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance-based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.

Our recruitment process may involve automated tools, including AI, to assist in screening applications.

We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

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