Psych Consultation Nurse (N4) - Mental Health

Job summary

Responsible for the initial assessment and ongoing treatment of individuals and families referred from adult and pediatric units. Acts as a consultant to inpatient nursing staff and leads support groups for patients and families.

Job details

Requisition ID: 410804 Position Number: 20005778 Posting End Date: 09/21/2026 City: Winnipeg Employer: Shared Health Site: Health Sciences Centre Department / Unit: Mental Health Job Stream: Clinical Union: MNU Anticipated Start Date: 10/12/2026 FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Position Overview Under the general direction of the Manager, Health Services, the incumbent is responsible for the initial assessment and independent ongoing treatment of individuals and/or families referred from the adult and pediatric units of the Health Sciences Centre (HSC). Acts as a consultant in planning, implementing and evaluating the treatment plan with the inpatient nursing staff. Provides consultation and/or supervision to student nurses, medical-surgical nurses, and post-basic nursing students. Organizes and leads support groups for patients, families or staff at the request of staff in specialist areas. Experience Minimum four years recent mental health nursing experience required. Previous experience in community and/or ambulatory care nursing is preferred. Prior experience in Consultation Liaison Nursing is preferred. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Graduate from an approved School of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing required. BN or BScMH or BScPN or equivalent as recognized by the Centre required. Master's Degree in Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing or Family Therapy is preferred. Ongoing relevant continuing education in the mental health field is required. Research experience would be an asset. Certification/Licensure/Registration Must be a graduate of an approved School of Nursing and an active practicing member of the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) and/or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM). Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy. Qualifications And Skills Scope of practice as documented in the Registered Nurses Act (Registered Psychiatric Nurses Act for RPNs in Mental Health). Demonstrated effective assessment, interviewing, psychotherapeutic and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to function with minimal supervision, establish priorities and problem-solve effectively. Demonstrated ability to function effectively with other disciplines involved in patient care. Demonstrated leadership abilities. Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values. Knowledge of DSM 4 diagnostic classification and nursing diagnosis. Demonstrated ability to educate in formal and informal settings. Knowledge of crisis intervention and adult learning theory. Demonstrated competence as group leader and/or facilitator. Knowledge of an integrated conceptual framework for mental health nursing in an expanded role. Physical Requirements Not Applicable We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification. This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE. Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

What you’ll do

Responsible for the initial assessment and ongoing treatment of individuals and families referred from adult and pediatric units. Acts as a consultant to inpatient nursing staff and leads support groups for patients and families.

Requirements

Requires a nursing degree and active registration with CRNM or CRPNM, with a minimum of four years of recent mental health nursing experience. A Master's degree in Nursing or Family Therapy is preferred.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Group Facilitation · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mental Health Nursing
• Psychotherapeutic Skills
• Crisis Intervention
• Patient Assessment
• Group Facilitation
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communication
• Problem Solving
• Clinical Supervision
• DSM 4 Diagnostic Classification
• Adult Learning Theory
• Nursing Diagnosis

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services