Winnipeg Regional Health Authority·Winnipeg, Manitoba
The Psychiatric Liaison Nurse provides mental health expertise in patient assessment, risk evaluation, and care planning within the Emergency Department. They offer consultation services to inpatient units and support patients and families experiencing emotional stress.
Mental Health POD - ED Job Stream: Clinical Union: MNU Anticipated Start - End Date: ASAP - Indefinite Reason for Term: Other Leave FTE: 0.60 Anticipated Shift: Days;Nights;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 11.63 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Salary: $44.621, $46.124, $47.697, $49.229, $50.651, $52.202, $53.805, $54.881 Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care. Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Program Team Manager, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, working within the Emergency team, the Psychiatric Liaison Nurse provides mental health expertise in patient assessment, risk assessment including suicide risk assessment, care planning and disposition, intervention and evaluation within the Emergency Department, and the Facility. Provides support and mental healthcare to Emergency Department (ED) patients, families and personal supports those experiencing emotional stress. Provides mental health nursing consultation services/support to inpatient units (e.g. medicine, surgery etc.). Experience
Minimum of 3 years recent acute mental health experience required. Previous experience in an Emergency Department/Urgent Care Centre preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Graduate of an approved School of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing required. BScMH, BScPN or BN preferred.
Current registration in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) required. Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
Qualifications: and Skills
Mental health clinical skills. Verbal and written communications skills.
Demonstrated competence in: Psychiatric assessment within a biopsychosocial framework. Crisis intervention. Therapeutic communication. Co-occurring disorders. Teaching skills and abilities working with clients and families. Supporting and educating colleagues in providing mental healthcare. Awareness of community resources available to clients with psychosocial, psychiatric and chemical dependency needs.
Demonstrated ability to: Collaborate and provide leadership with a team in providing mental healthcare. Practice independently and as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Engage clients using recovery-oriented practice. Participate and conduct CSIM. Demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, creative problem-solving and decision-making skills. Demonstrated basic computer skills and ability to utilize relevant Emergency Department computer systems.
Knowledge of: College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses/College of Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Psychiatric Nursing Practice. Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses. Scope of practice as documented in the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Act for RPNs in Mental Health. Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) for Registered Nurses. Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines. Nursing care knowledge related to clinical area. Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts. Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team. Principles of delegation.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Manitoba often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed professionals who can support adults with complex needs in clinical, community, and outreach settings. Competition is usually strongest for candidates who already hold an active license, ASIST certification, and supervised counselling experience, since those credentials can narrow the applicant pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then tailor your application to highlight adult counselling experience and current credentials.
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