Nurse A - Registered Nurse Registered Psych Nurse

The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) is responsible for promoting the Mission, Vision and Values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority through provision of safe quality nursing care to clients. The RN/RPN is responsible to the Manager of their designated area.

The RN/RPN should have foundational knowledge of a holistic model of care that guides the work of a mental health nurse. The RN/RPN should be proficient in de-escalation strategies, conflict resolution, and the ethical and trauma informed responsibilities required to serve a vulnerable population ranging from youth to geriatric patients. The RN/RPN should be comfortable with client advocacy while working with an interdisciplinary team. The RN/RPN should be flexible in the assigned environment and patient assignment throughout the acute in-patient facility.