The nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for individual patients and their families. They must practice according to the standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the hospital while maintaining professional competence.
$30.41-$37.35
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In keeping with the mission statement of the hospital and the patient service unit, the nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for individual patients/families. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Effectively uses the nursing process Practices according to the standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Hospital, and the patient service unit Provides appropriate learning experiences for the patient and family to promote or maintain wellness, and to achieve an optimal quality of life Is accountable for maintaining competence while developing the quality of his/ her professional nursing practice
Candidates must hold a current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and current CPR certification. Experience in paediatric psychiatry is preferred, along with demonstrated knowledge of relevant mental health legislation and crisis intervention.
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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