Homewood Health Centre·Guelph, Ontario
Deliver comprehensive clinical and mental health assessments, care planning, and medication administration within an interdisciplinary team. Contribute to program development and participate in continuous quality improvement efforts to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.
As a Registered Nurse participating in the Nursing Graduate Guarantee program, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!
In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, deliver comprehensive clinical and mental health assessments, care planning, quality patient care and education as well as discharge planning
Contribute to program development to enhance and support patient care
Provide care and comfort measures; monitor and assist with diagnostic and therapeutic efforts, while continually monitoring patient’s response to treatment
Document and communicate patient’s beliefs, values and wishes, keeping in mind respect for others and legal, ethical and professional boundaries
Maximize the patient’s participation and control in their own treatment, providing information and support for decision-making
Maintain awareness and demonstrate sensitivity to culture, situation and family dynamics
Administer psychiatric and non-psychiatric medications and treatments accurately and safely according to policy and procedure, monitoring the patient for difficulties, therapeutic responses, untoward effects and reactions and reporting effects to a physician or clinical manager
Ensure post-discharge follow-up is in place, accessible and has been understood by the patient
Complete documentation according to professional standards, the principles of clear communication and Homewood policy and procedures
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) efforts to improve safety, knowledge, skills, competency, communication and problem solving
Participate in committees and task forces within the health centre
The starting rate of pay (Step 1) for this position is $41.15 hourly , in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. Progression through the wage steps is governed by the terms of the collective agreement.
As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Why work with us
Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!
As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.
Requires a Bachelor of Nursing degree and recent registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Candidates must hold a current BCLS certification and possess strong communication and physical assessment skills.
Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.
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