Registered Nurse - M3 & HE2

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System in Hamilton Mountain is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Forensic Psychiatry Program. The RN will provide care for patients with complex mental illnesses in alignment with CFMHN standards and work with an inter-disciplinary team.

Qualifications include Ontario RN registration, CPMHN(c) preferred, BCLS/HCP, CPI training, and at least one year in mental health. Cross-training to HE2 shifts is noted, with rotating days and nights.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• CPMHN(c) certification preferred or to complete within 5 years of hire.
• BCLS/HCP certification required.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act and related legislation is required.
• Minimum one year of recent mental health nursing experience with serious mental illness is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessment and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care across the care continuum for patients.
• Perform assessments, plans and document therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with the inter-professional team and provide leadership as needed.
• Support trauma-informed care, crisis intervention and de-escalation.

Skills

Nursing in mental health

Crisis prevention

De-escalation

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

MSE knowledge

Psychopharmacology knowledge

Education

Ontario RN licence

CPMHN(c) preferred

BCLS/HCP certification

Tools

RAI-MH training

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR01696Department:Forensic Assessment Mountain 3This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)Job Type:Regular, Part timeContract Duration: (If applicable)0 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:ONA Local 75Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$41.15 - $58.98ScheduleWork Days:Holidays, Monday to SundayTime of Day:, Days, NightsShift:Hours -12, Hours - 7.5Shift Start: (If applicable)Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-08-18Closing Date:2026-08-25Job DescriptionUnit Profile:The Forensic Psychiatry Program work towards restoring and maintaining the mental health and well-being of mentally disordered adult offenders while managing risk as mandated by the Criminal Code of Canada and ordered by the Ontario Review Board. This multi-disciplinary team includes nursing and allied health professionals working together to provide a wide range of assessment treatment and rehabilitation services. In this capacity the Forensic Psychiatry Program provides: clinical risk and medico-legal assessments inpatient treatments in General and Secure environments and outpatient treatment and community reintegration services/support for the Central-South region and Halton.Position Summary:The Registered Nurse provides care for patients in accordance with the mission vision and values of 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. Nurses in the MHAP are committed to the alleviation of stigma and discrimination related to mental health and addiction as well as reduction of the use of seclusion and restraint in all our services. The principles of person-centred nursing recovery and trauma informed care is foundational to this specialized nursing practice. As a member of the inter-professional team the RN is responsible for the provision of quality holistic specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses. The RN provides safe evidence-based therapeutic interventions across the care continuum. The RN completes assessments plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions documents and evaluates interventions. The RN models professional leadership and provides decision-making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter-professional team.Qualifications:•Current registration 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 is preferred•Current BCLS/HCP certification is required•CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) is required. •Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience with demonstrated knowledge skill and ability in the care of patients with serious mental illness required•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.•Knowledge of documentation standards privacy legislation and health record management processes•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 of individual counseling and group skills (ie. DBT MI IPT CBT Behavioral Activation)•Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families•Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred•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.•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.Forensic Psychiatry Program-specific Qualifications :•Prior recent psychiatric/mental health nursing experience is required; additional experience in forensic psychiatry is preferred•Evidence of understanding of Criminal Code of Canada as it pertains to mentally disordered offenders•Demonstrated familiarity and understanding of Risk Assessment Tools (ie. HARM/AIS) •Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of custody and caring in the clinical care of mentally disordered offenders•Advanced oral and written communication skills and proficient computer skills required for assessment report writing and word processingNOTE: The successful applicant to this position will be cross trained in order to also be able to provide shift coverage to the established sister unit - Acute Stabilization unit (HE2).Tours on HE2 will be scheduled in conjunction with successful applicant's M3 schedule and will be determined by the needs on both HE2 and M3 and will include rotating shifts.St. Joseph’s Health System (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 .We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).