Assistant Head Nurse - Psychiatric Care Leadership

A propos du poste

Join a dynamic leadership role within the Turningpoint program at Alberta Hospital Edmonton. As an Assistant Head Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in a specialized 18-bed forensic psychiatric unit, providing high-quality, patient-centered care for youth under the Youth Criminal Justice Act and individuals experiencing acute psychiatric disturbances.

Missions principales

• Provide consistent clinical leadership to foster a positive team culture and ensure excellence in patient care.
• Oversee daily clinical operations and coordinate unit activities under the guidance of the Unit Manager.
• Mentor, support, and guide nursing and support staff to promote professional growth.
• Contribute to workforce planning, including recruitment and staffing coordination.
• Maintain direct clinical involvement, supervising patient care in collaboration with the unit psychiatrist.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary partners across health, community, and justice sectors.
• Promote safe, high-quality, and family-centered care aligned with Recovery Alberta's values.

Profil recherché

• Proven experience in nursing with a strong interest in psychiatric or forensic mental health.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and a commitment to mentoring clinical teams.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team (health, community, and justice).
• Strong communication skills to interact with patients, families, and professional partners.
• Resilience and adaptability to manage complex clinical environments.

Competences requises

• Clinical Nursing Leadership
• Psychiatric & Forensic Mental Health Care
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Staff Mentoring & Supervision
• Clinical Operations Management

Ce que nous offrons

• A meaningful opportunity to influence care delivery and support youth transformation.
• Professional development opportunities as a clinical leader.
• A challenging and rewarding environment within a specialized healthcare program.