Nurse Practitioner - Virtual Urgent Care Clinic, Bridging Services-camh

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The Acute Care Program is seeking a part-time, temporary (18 months) Nurse Practitioner who will be working within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse (Extended Class) [RN(EC)] in the Virtual Urgent Care Clinic. This is an exciting initiative for CAMH and is the first Virtual ED devoted to mental health. The successful candidate will have a role in both in making improvements and modifications as the program progresses. This is a great role for someone who is excited to take on a highly visible leadership opportunity and help grow a new vital service.

When not focusing on the Virtual ED the successful candidate may function as part of the interprofessional team in the Bridging Service. The Bridging Service is a drop-in, low barrier, rapid access service that provides short term care for clients who have recently been discharged from an acute care inpatient unit or diverted/referred from the ED. Centrally located with the acute care program, the service is a prime area for innovation and creativity in care delivery. Services include: medication management, housing and financial support, and psychosocial support. Reporting to the Manager of the Bridging Service the Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively within the interprofessional team and liaises with teams across all other services.

The successful candidate will engage providing comprehensive care to clients including: health assessments, follow-up and treatment; providing expert consultation to clients or members of the interprofessional team; planning, implementing, and evaluating direct care; providing leadership to the health care team regarding the direction of care services for patients and their families; working autonomously and accountably in communicating diagnoses, prescribing drugs and ordering a range of diagnostic tests; leading and managing crisis response, including suicide risk assessment demonstrating knowledge of the Mental Health Act. As the successful candidate you will practice in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario practice standards, the Canadian Nurses’ Association Advanced Practice Nursing Framework, and with all applicable legislation requirements. You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements. Day, evening and weekend hours may be required. This position is located at 1051 Queen Street West.

You must be Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and be registered as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class [RN(EC)] and with a specialty certificate in either Adult or Primary Care and possess a current BCLS. Preference will be given to candidates who possess, or are currently pursuing a Master’s in Nursing or related graduate degree. CNA certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse is an asset. You must have 2 years or demonstrated expertise in working with clients with mental health issues/addiction issues. The ability to work independently and as a member of an interprofessional team, and a demonstrated ability to effectively and professionally carry out the responsibilities of the role is required, including demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with complex clients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated knowledge of mental health and addictions issues; and extensive knowledge of the clinical standards related to the scope of practice of Nurse Practitioners is required. The ability to work with clients from diverse ethno-racial and cultural backgrounds is required as is the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure excellence in client care, education and research. Excellent presentation skills are required to lead workshops and participate in health teaching. Effective organization, decision-making, and problem solving skills are required. Computer skills, including word processing, electronic communication and workload measures are essential. Ability to work flexible hours is a requirement. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.