Inpatient Psychiatric RPN — Compassionate Care

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided during hiring

Job summary

Lakeridge Health Oshawa is seeking an Registered Practical Nurse to join the Psychiatry General team within Mental Health & Addictions. You will provide client-centered psychiatric and general nursing care on inpatient units, upholding CNO standards and collaborating with an interprofessional team.

The role requires current RPN registration, BCLS, and experience in mental health settings. A focus on trauma-informed care, safety, and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing)
• Minimum of current or 1 year experience in an Acute, Community Mental Health, or Addictions unit/program
• Completion of a Non-Violent Crisis Prevention or equivalent course, or within 1 month of hire
• Completion of a Mental Health Certificate Program preferred with expected completion within 3 years of hire
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Trauma-informed care and Psychotropic medication
• Ability to conduct Mental Health Assessments with excellent interviewing/communication skills
• Ability to work with clients from diverse cultural and social backgroundsBilingualism or proficiency in a second language would be an asset
• Satisfactory performance record
• Commitment to core values: Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork, Joy
• Commitment to safety programs and regular in-services

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centred psychiatric, addiction and general nursing care while ensuring patient safety and adhering to CNO standards
• Deliver clinical care to inpatients on general mental health units including PICU
• Work within a primary nursing model and contribute to the interprofessional treatment plan
• Perform assessments, develop, implement and evaluate the care plan with the team

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma from an accredited community college

B.C.L.S. certificate

CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

Mental Health Certificate Program (preferred)

Job description

Lakeridge Health Oshawa is seeking an Registered Practical Nurse to join the Psychiatry General team within Mental Health & Addictions. You will provide client-centered psychiatric and general nursing care on inpatient units, upholding CNO standards and collaborating with an interprofessional team.

The role requires current RPN registration, BCLS, and experience in mental health settings. A focus on trauma-informed care, safety, and strong communication is essential.