Number of Hours per Rotation: 6 shifts of 11.78 hours per 4 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Extended Shift Hours (11.78)
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440
Travel Required: No
Job Description: The Psychiatric Liaison Nurse, under the direction of the Inpatient Mental Health Manager, exercises independence in the provision of individualized assessment and care to patients in the ER with mental health and/or substance misuse challenges. The Psychiatric Liaison Nurse will work closely with the emergency room physicians, on- call psychiatrists, Community Mental Health and Addiction Services and other Healthy Authority and community stakeholders, to develop and deliver high quality services for persons presenting to Emergency Services with mental health and addiction concerns. In addition, the incumbent provides patient and family education and support while the patient is in the emergency department and; acts as a role model and clinical resource re: management of psychiatric, intoxicated and aggressive patients.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience
Three years full-time experience in Acute Psychiatric or Community MH Nursing
Education
Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing or Nursing
Other Education and Training
Basic CPR, ASSIST preferred
Competencies
Basic - Computer skills
Intermediate - Critical thinking skills
Intermediate - Decision making skills
Basic - Keyboarding skills
Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to make decisions in accordance with policies/procedures of SHA/MHAS/ED
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate with community agencies
Knowledge in human behaviour, growth and development
Knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives
Ability to establish/maintain effective working internal/external relationships
Knowledge in local human service organizations, resources, referral procedures
Knowledge in mental health/mental illness impact on client, family and community
Knowledge in human behaviour
Knowledge in mental health and mental illness across life cycle
Ability to adapt to changing conditions
Ability to develop/maintain consulting relationships in multidisciplinary team
Ability to critically think in accordance per policies/procedures of SHA/MHAS/ED
Understands Mental Health Services Act, forms, policies & procedures of SHA/MHAS
Knowledge of psychopathology and the family life cycle and systems theory.
Ability to use a variety of assessment procedures and interviewing skills
Initiative & judgment to plan implement/modify treatment programs for clients
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to use various clinical/health assessment tools
Knowledge in Mental Health nursing processes and appropriate interventions
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships
Ability to plan/organize/coordinate with other multidisciplinary team members
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as required
Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act
Ability to network and collaborate with internal and external resources/agencies
Current knowledge of medical and psychosocial interventions
Ability to adhere to SHA policy, procedures, and standards of conduct
Ability to develop, evaluate and modify programming provided to clients
Ability to refer to, network, and work cooperatively with community agencies
Demonstrate an understanding of Health Promotion/Prevention initiatives in MHAS
Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
Ability to be resourceful
Other Information
For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS
Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.
Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.