Saint John Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 9251462

Competition #

164735 External

Posted

October 12, 2026

Closes

October 25, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date

October 30, 2026

Location

Adult Long Term Services (THIS POSITION WILL BE LOCATED IN SAINT JOHN MERCANTILE CENTER)

Charlotte County Addiction and Mental Health Services ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification

Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA)

Job Classification Type

NBNU

Job Type

Casual

Schedule

Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement

English Essential

Salary

45.49 to 55.32 per hour (Subject to employment status - Graduate RNCA - $43.67; Registered Nurse - as per the salary range indicated)

JOB PURPOSE

To participate in the planning and delivery of total nursing care to meet individual patient needs in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the nursing service and Addiction/Mental Health Program. Performs other duties as assigned. May be reassigned or required to float throughout the program as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Registered with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (CNNB)

High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients

Minimum of 1950 hours of recent and direct A/MH experience within the last 2 years

Post Secondary Certificate in Mental Health Nursing or CNA certification would be an asset

Current BLS and willing to obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Concurrent Disorder Modules, Addictions 101

Willingness to maintain re-certifications as required

High level of interpersonal skills; ability to work well within a team and independently

Knowledge of assessment tools and treatment modalities

Awareness of relevant legislation and processes, including but not limited to the Mental Health Act, Family Services Act and NB Addiction withdrawal protocols

Ability to develop care plans and initiate recovery planning

Previous exemplary work and attendance record

Excellent communication and Organizational skills

Mandatory to participate in Reflective Clinical Supervision, Code White, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, and any other mandatory training.

Demonstrates commitment to continuing education and is willing to participate in ongoing education to upgrade knowledge and skills, as is deemed necessary by candidates own current professional practice and/or Horizon Health Network

Willingness to adhere to departmental/corporate policies and procedures

Ability to perform the duties of the position

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care

Through the use of standardized tools, utilizes the nursing process as a framework to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document patient care

Provides case management and counselling services

Maintains documentation within NANB standards of practice

Embraces a culture of client/family centered collaborative care

Aids in the development of and continuously evaluates effectiveness of individual nursing care plans, ensuring modifications as needed

Engages in therapeutic relationships and helps support and guide patients/families in their recovery planning

Facilitates/participates in educational or therapeutic groups

Ensures patient/family/community have been provided with information conducive to optimal outcomes

Acts as a patient advocate, promoting an environment conducive to open communication and professionalism

Maintains knowledge of treatments, equipment and supplies pertinent to the service

Acts as a role model, working collaboratively with other team members

Evaluates and communicates special patient needs and /or staffing needs to assure safe quality care provision

Educational/Human Resources

Maintains personal certification skills required

Models professionalism: maintains standards of practice and professional boundaries as determined by the service and NANB

Acts in a leadership role for other professional and non-professional staff

Assists with and supports the orientation of new staff

Assists with educating patient/families/staff/community

Supports the preceptorship program

Promotes and demonstrates an interest in program activities, by attending staff meetings, participating on committees as requested and contributing to the development/evaluation of unit standards of care.

Reports unsafe practices or professional misconduct which could possibly endanger patient safety

Financial

Maintains an awareness of fiscal responsibility and promotes a culture of cost effectiveness

Acts as a change agent to enhance quality of care, work environment and sustainability

Works collaboratively with the Manager regarding optimization measures

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

Communication

* Patient/Client Focus

If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.