2600002282 - Registered Nurse

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health Oshawa is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Psychiatry General team within Mental Health & Addictions. You will use the nursing process to provide patient care in a primary nursing environment and contribute to the health care team.

Must hold a current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing) and a BScN; at least 2 years in inpatient mental health/addictions is preferred. BCLS is required; a focus on inclusion and compassionate care is essential.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing)
• Current BCLS certificate
• Commitment to Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO
• Minimum of 2 years in inpatient mental health and/or addictions setting
• CMH Nursing Psychiatric Nursing Certificate preferred
• Experience in acute mental health setting
• Knowledge of group theories and dynamics
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams
• Completion of Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behaviour Program
• Ability to diffuse escalating or violent patients
• Mental health assessment and interview skills
• Knowledge of community mental health resources
• BScN required
• Commitment to core values: Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork, Joy
• Understanding of safety programs and ongoing education in safety

Responsibilities

• Use nursing process to provide patient care in a primary nursing environment
• Participate as a member of Health Care and Nursing Team
• Maintain nursing records
• Demonstrate competency and professionalism relevant to practice
• Support an environment of inclusion and safety

Skills

Nursing communication

Interviews & assessment

Team collaboration

De-escalation techniques

Education

BScN Degree

RN in good standing (Ontario)

BCLS

Job description

ONA

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Status: Regular Full Time

Department: Psychiatry General

Program: Mental Health & Addictions

12 Hour Shifts, Days, nights, weekends, DDNN (effective Jan 2027) Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $41.150 - $58.980 per hour

Posting Reference: 2600002282

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Duties And Responsibilities

To use nursing process in providing patient care in a primary nursing environment. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing);
• Current BCLS;
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO;
• Minimum of 2 years working experience in an Inpatient Mental Health and/or addictions setting, is required.
• Canadian Mental Health Nursing Psychiatric Nursing Certificate is preferred;
• Proven to have experience in an acute Mental Health setting;
• Demonstrated excellent knowledge of, and experience in group theories and dynamics;
• Proven experience with working with a multidisciplinary team;
• Proven completion of Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behaviour Program;
• Proven ability to recognize and diffuse escalating or violent patients;
• Ability to conduct Mental Health Assessment with excellent interviewing and communication skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Community Mental Health Resources;
• BScN Degree is required;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety, and participates in regular in-service education in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.