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Nurse B - Community Mental Health Nurse

HealthCareersInSask.caabout 9 hours ago
Rosetown, Saskatchewan, Canada
CA$42 - CA$52/hour
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Recruitment Incentives
Retention Incentives

About the role

Position #: 001478

Expected Start Date: July 27, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Rosetown Health Centre

City/Town: Rosetown

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Community Mental Health Nurse (CMHN), reporting to the Manager of Mental Health & Addiction Services, is an essential element in a comprehensive Mental Health Service. The CMHN has extensive knowledge of the evidence based principles and practices of Community Health Nursing. A large portion of the CMHN's work is based outside of the clinic working independently. Each skilled CMHN is expected to monitor and administer medication, assess clinical status, provide case management, develop behavioral treatment programs, provide coverage for other recovery services team members, provide counselling and education and provide various forms of psychotherapy, including individual, family and group therapy. A CMHN provides health promotion, education and early intervention/prevention to the communities they work in. This position works in an integrated manner with other mental health and addiction programs.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • 2 years recent nursing exp. in community mental health, homecare, ER environment
  • Experience in case management is an asset
  • Experience in mental health & addictions is an asset

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing (BScPN)

Licenses

  • Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

  • Psychiatric Nursing diploma is acceptable
  • Nursing diploma is acceptable
  • Bachelor of Nursing is acceptable

Competencies

  • Time management skills
  • Computer skills
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to provide public/educational presentations
  • Ability to prioritize and be flexible
  • Ability to take initiative
  • Knowledge in models of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery
  • Ability to communicate client assessments and articulate outcomes 
  • Knowledge of Rehabilitation Program Guidelines demonstrated
  • Ability to refer to, network, and work cooperatively with community agencies   
  • Ability to learn new skills
  • Knowledge in the area of management of complex clients and psychogeriatrics
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide relevant educational services
  • Uses critical analysis, reflective practice and assessment.  
  • Ability to implement a specialized therapeutic program and consultative services
  • Demonstrates flexibility by adjusting workload to accommodate client needs.
  • Demonstrated ability to use sound clinical judgement
  • Knowledge in principles/programs/practices in community mental health nursing
  • Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Demonstrated working knowledge in the area of psychopharmacology
  • Ability to exercise independent nursing judgement
  • Working knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act
  • Proven ability to cope well with sustained work related emotional pressure

Other Information

  • Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
  • For more information on the town of Rosetown please visit https://www.rosetown.ca/
  • Ability to travel when required
  • Rosetown is located approximately 117 km west of Saskatoon
  • Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS
  • May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives

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.

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