Advanced Practice Clinician - Toronto, Canada - Michael Garron Hospital

Michael Garron Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

OVERVIEW

The Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) Mental Health Services has advanced clinical preparation at the graduate level in nursing and uses in-depth nursing knowledge, research and clinical expertise to support clinical excellence in the provision of care to individuals, families, and groups requiring mental health and substance use care.

EDUCATION

Master's degree in Nursing, with a focus on mental health or related field required.
Completed PhD or enrollment is an asset.
Registered nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
Membership in professional organizations, such as the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) is preferred.
CNA certification in Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nursing an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in mental health and/or addiction services in an acute care community hospital or tertiary hospital setting, including at least 2 years in an inpatient setting.
Minimum 3 years of work experience as a Nurse Educator, preferably in Mental Health and Substance Use settings.
Demonstrated indepth clinical expertise regarding care of patients and families with mental health problems and knowledge of the continuum of services in Mental Health care.
Sound knowledge of legislation pertaining to mental health services.
Experience working in an advanced clinical practice role, nursing educational role or leadership role preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work in a selfdirected manner using well developed leadership, critical thinking, communication, organizational and problem solving skills.
Demonstrated sound interpersonal, team development and conflict management skills.
Evidence of sound knowledge and skills in adult education.
Knowledgeof models of care regarding interprofessional practice and education.
Advanced knowledge and skill with regard to patient safety, change leadership, project management and evaluation.
Strong critical thinking, strategic thinking, and analytic skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple teams.
Exceptional research and report writing skills.
Sound oral presentation and facilitation skills.
Experience in conducting systematic reviews and structured literature reviews.
Demonstrated flexibility to work occasional shifts and weekends to support operational need.
Excellent work and attendance record required.
Must be willing to be on call as required.
Sound computer skills required (Microsoft office), experience with developing data bases an asset
All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN)[formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their coworkers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

**Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.