Nurse

SELECTION PROCESS CANCELLED

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity has been cancelled.

COVID-19 Pandemic

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

All correspondence will be sent via e-mail. Please ensure your e-mail is provided on your application and that it is accurate.

You may also qualify for these allowances:
• Education Allowance: amount dependent on academic preparation ($3,300 for a Bachelor's degree; $3,850 for a Master's degree)
• Terminable allowance: $4,500 (Annual amount)
• Correctional Service Specific Duty Allowance: $2,000 (Annual amount)

For the most up–to-date information about employee entitlements, please visit these Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) web pages:
• Directive on Terms and Conditions of Employment
• Collective Agreement for the Health Services Group

Work environment

As part of the CSC team, your job is to provide a safe, secure and positive environment for offenders, staff and citizens. Working for CSC often means working with offenders.

Intent of the process

A qualified pool of candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions in the Gravenhurst area. Various tenures including Indeterminate/Term/Casual. A qualified group of candidates will be identified and may be used to staff future vacancies for term and/or permanent, at full and part time hours.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 500 words (maximum) "Applicants must clearly demonstrate on their application that they meet the essential OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION (Registration as a Registered Nurse OR a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in a province or territory of Canada. In order to be appointed, candidates must be registered in the province or territory where the position is being staffed) and EXPERIENCE (Experience working in a health care environment, including Clinical fieldwork palcements*, such as a medical and/or surgical and/or emergency and/or a psychiatric setting)."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EXPERIENCE

Experience working in a health care environment, including Clinical fieldwork palcements*, such as a medical and/or surgical and/or emergency and/or a psychiatric setting.

*Clinical fieldwork placement is defined as a guided clinical practice in selected nursing settings to facilitate the application of theoretical concepts and skill development.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Registration as a Registered Nurse OR a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in a province or territory of Canada. (In order to be appointed, candidates must be registered in the province or territory where the position is being staffed.)

COMPETENCIES

Demonstrating integrity and respect
Thinking things through
Working effectively with others
Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a Bachelors or Master degree in nursing or in antoher area relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Relevant Canadian Nurses Association (CAN) certification(s) in nursing (e.g. Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing, Community Health, Critical Care, Medical-Surgical Health, etc.).

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control accredited by the Certification Board of Infection Control & Epidemiology.

Experience in nursing in one or more of the following areas:
- Immunizations;
- Infectious diseases screening;
- Health promotion programs;
- In a rural and/or remote area;
- In a correctional setting and/or forensic setting.

Experience providing nursing intervention and/or therapeutic intervention to patients suffering from a variety of mental illnesses or psycho-social difficulties.

Experience in Community Health Nursing and/or Public Health Nursing and/or Occupational Health.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.