Registered Nurse - Con Disorders OP

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a Registered Nurse – Mental Health and Addiction Programs (RN‑MHAP) for the Concurrent Disorders Outpatient Service on a temporary 12‑month assignment.

As a key member of the inter‑professional team, you will assess, plan and deliver safe, evidence‑based nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses, while promoting trauma‑informed, person‑centred practice and harm‑reduction principles.

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) or commitment to complete within 5 years of hire
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required
• CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or completion during orientation)
• Certificate program in addictions/concurrent disorders from an accredited institution
• Certificate/diploma in Concurrent Disorders is an asset
• Demonstrates knowledge of harm reduction in practice
• Minimum of five years of recent mental health nursing experience with concurrent disorder framework required
• Experience in addictions setting is an asset
• Experience in health teaching, group facilitation and program development

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in accordance with mission, vision and values
• Deliver safe, evidence‑based nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses
• Collaborate with inter‑professional team and delegate appropriately
• Complete assessments, plans and organize treatment interventions
• Demonstrate leadership and de‑escalation in challenging situations

Skills

Leadership

De-escalation

Interpersonal skills

Crisis prevention training

Psychoeducation

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Health teaching

Documentation

Education

RN registration (Ontario)

CNA CPMHN certification or plan to complete within 5 years

BCLS/HCP certification

Certificate in addictions/concurrent disorders

Certificate/diploma in Concurrent Disorders (asset)

RAI-MH training (upon hire)

Tools

RAI‑MH training

Job description

Position Details

Job Number: JR02314 Department: Concurrent Disorders Outpatient Service This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain) Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 12 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: ONA Local 75 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $41.15 - $58.98 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Friday Time of Day: Days Shift: Hours - 8 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-06 Closing Date: 2026-10-13

Job Description

Position Summary: The Registered Nurse – Mental Health and Addiction Programs (RN- MHAP) provides care for patients in accordance with the mission vision and values of the SJHH and the Mental Health and Addiction Program (MHAP) the standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nursing (CFMHN) Standards. Mental Health Nursing is a specialized area of nursing practice education and research. Nurses in the MHAP are committed to the alleviation of stigma and discrimination related to mental health and addiction. The RN-MHAP is committed to the reduction of the use of seclusion and restraint in all of our services. The principles of Person-Centred Nursing recovery and trauma informed care are foundational to this specialized nursing practice. As a member of the inter‑professional team the RN - MHAP is responsible for the provision of quality holistic specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses in Acute and Specialized settings. The RN – MHAP provides safe evidence‑based therapeutic interventions across the care continuum. The RN-MHAP models professional leadership and provides decision‑making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter‑professional team. The RN-MHAP completes assessments plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions documents and evaluates interventions for patients with complex mental illnesses in Acute and Specialized settings. The RN‑MHAP models professional leadership and provides decision‑making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter‑professional team. The RN-MHAP completes assessments plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions documents and evaluates interventions for patients with complex mental illnesses in Acute and Specialized settings.

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) or commitment to complete within 5 years of hire as a condition of employment
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required
• CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) is required
• Completion of a certificate program in addictions/concurrent disorders from an accredited educational institution
• Certificate and/or diploma in Concurrent Disorders is an asset
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of evidence‑based harm reduction practices and implementation within practice.
• Minimum of five years of recent mental health nursing experience working with an evidence‑informed concurrent disorder addiction framework required
• One year experience working in an addictions specific setting is an asset
• Recent experience in health teaching group facilitation and program development specifically related to Concurrent Disorders asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act Consent and Capacity and other legislation relevant to the practice of psychiatric/mental health nursing is required
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations professional standards and guidelines SJHH corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures including successful completion of WHMIS training
• Demonstrated knowledge of the assessment and management of co‑morbid medical disorders (ie. diabetes metabolic monitoring etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Status Examinations (MSE)
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to crisis intervention and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated leadership superior problem solving critical thinking skills and strong team building skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal and de‑escalation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacology including current psychotropic medications and side effects
• Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
• Knowledge of documentation standards privacy legislation and health record management processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of individual counseling and group skills (ie. DBT MI IPT CBT Behavioural Activation)
• Knowledge of risk assessment and management including knowledge of trauma informed care and alternatives to seclusion and restraint and associated risks
• Knowledge and practice of safe and secure environment for clients/families/teams by listening discussing exploring clarifying and acting on their concerns needs and priorities
• Proficient computer skills including successful completion of Resident Assessment Instrument – Mental Health (RAI‑MH) training upon hire

SJHS and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people.

We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.