Vanier Children’s Mental Wellness is proud to be recognized across Southwestern Ontario as a trusted leader in children’s mental health. We are the Lead Agency for Child and Youth Mental Health System planning in our region. We’ve been here for families, for more than 60 years, offering innovative care and support for children and youth who are facing emotional and behavioural challenges.
As a registered charity and not-for-profit organization, we are funded by the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. We deliver culturally responsive, accessible mental health services to children, youth, and families while providing system leadership and advocating to improve care in our community.
Position Summary:
A registered nurse/registered practical nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario who attends to the medical needs of the children served by providing direct care as per the terms of the license of a registered nurse, or by coordinating the provisions of appropriate medical care. This role acts as the nursing resource to the entire agency, as needed for consultation.
Education/Training/Experience:
- Two-year diploma in Registered Practical Nursing (RPN) required, and preference will be given to candidates with a four year degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN).
- Current registration in the General Class at the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in good standing (required).
- Previous nursing experience in institutional and community settings involving children.
- Training and/or experience in the area of mental health; child development and behavior management.
- Excellent assessment skills, including demonstrated knowledge of crisis intervention skills for children and youth.
- Holds a current active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Additional certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, an asset.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Review client medical questionnaires and arrange for any medical attention as required through the family physician.
- Meets with parent/guardian to review medical history, concerns, questions or the recommended plan of treatment.
- Reviews live-in clients immunization records to ensure compliance with public health’s immunization program.
- Receives all physician orders and processes them in preparation for the CYC’s to administer as a delegated duty.
- Receives all medication incident reports, assesses level of risk and completes a preliminary investigation.
- Provides feedback on all injury and medication incident reports to staff and supervisors, and escalates appropriate risks to clinical director.
- Attends case conferences upon request pertaining to the child and family’s health needs.
- Documents pertinent medical information on the clinical record as per documentation standards.
- Liaises with community physicians/, psychiatrists and other community professionals as required to support the clinical care needs of clients.
- Responds to agency emergency medical situations.
- Administers First Aid.
- Arranges for medical attention.
- Assesses children who are injured at the agency, if required, during nursing hours.
- Completes agency forms as required.
- Provides/arranges for any follow-up medical intervention.
- Ensures there are adequate medications on hand for clients and to support leave of absences and discharges.
- Coordinates, trains, provides oversight, and support the identified Med Mentors in dispensing medications as a delegated act.
- Coordinates and monitors the training of CYC staff in the safe handling and administration of medication and adherence to all medical policy/procedures.
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Requirements:
- Valid G level driver’s license in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle
- 2 Step TB test
- Broad Record Check
Benefits:
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Extended health care
- Dental Plan
- Vision Care
- Disability & Life insurance
- Employee & family assistance program
- 4 Weeks' Vacation
- Statutory Holidays including a float stat day
- Free on-site parking
Please note that Vanier does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.
Existing Vacancy
Vanier is committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages women, 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous persons, persons with a disability and members of visible minority groups to apply.
Vanier is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of your need for accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Vanier is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect employees, our clients/families and the healthcare systems in the communities in which we serve.
While we appreciate your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.
