Geriatric Psychiatry RPN: Compassionate Mental Health Nurse

The Royal; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ottawa is seeking a skilled professional in Geriatric Psychiatry to assess and treat mental illnesses in older adults. You'll work collaboratively with families and the community to enhance quality of life. Candidates must have a nursing diploma, be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and possess specific technical skills. Experience with geriatric patients is preferred, and fluency in English and French is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice.
• Understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
• CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
• Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Basic computer skills required.
• English level A- is mandatory.

Skills

Glucometer reading

Vital signs monitoring

Injection skills

Physical assessment

Mental health assessment

Medication administration

Basic computer skills

Therapeutic relations development

Inter-disciplinary team collaboration

Education

Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.)

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Ottawa is seeking a skilled professional in Geriatric Psychiatry to assess and treat mental illnesses in older adults. You'll work collaboratively with families and the community to enhance quality of life. Candidates must have a nursing diploma, be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and possess specific technical skills. Experience with geriatric patients is preferred, and fluency in English and French is required.