Registered Nurse - Psychosis Recovery and Treatment Unit 7

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health institution in Ontario is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for a new position in the Psychosis Recovery Unit. The successful candidate will offer psychiatric nursing care, develop care plans for clients with schizophrenia, and support a diverse team within a teaching and research environment. If you are committed to mental health care and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is required.
• Experience with mental illness and addictions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered psychiatric and general nursing care.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary care plans.
• Coordinate care with other services and community agencies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Organizational Skills

Bilingualism (French/English)

Education

B.Sc.N or pursuing

Job description

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Registered Nurse - Psychosis Recovery and Treatment Unit 7

Location: McCain Complex Care and Recovery Building

Through its core values ofCourage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan:Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental HealthisHealth.

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The Clinical Care Program is seeking a part-time, temporary (12 months) Registered Nurse to work in the Psychosis Recovery and Treatment Unit 7 (PRT 7). As a member of an inter-professional team, you will provide client-centered psychiatric and general nursing care, ensuring safety and security of the client care environment. You will practice in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario standards, Canadian Standards for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing, CAMH policies, and relevant legislation.

Using a primary nursing model, you will perform assessments, develop, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary care plans for clients with schizophrenia. You will coordinate care with other services and community agencies, work with clients from diverse backgrounds, contribute to program development, and support research activities. Your skills include behavioral observations, mental and physical assessments, and monitoring responses to interventions. Knowledge of crisis intervention, psychosocial rehabilitation, and severe mental illnesses is essential. You should be able to develop and evaluate care plans and support a diverse, team-oriented, and compliant workplace. The position involves 12-hour shifts, including weekends, located at the Queen Street Site.

The successful candidate must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, hold a current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate, and preferably possess or be pursuing a B.Sc.N and CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing. Excellent communication, interpersonal, decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required. Experience with mental illness and addictions, working with diverse populations, and computer literacy are necessary. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

Please Note: This is a part-time, temporary (12 months) position at 0.6 FTE, with potential for additional hours based on operational needs. This position is part of the ONA Bargaining Unit.

CAMH is a teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As an employee, you will contribute to teaching, research, and clinical care. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a respectful and discrimination-free environment. We encourage applications from diverse communities, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, racialized groups, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health challenges.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 416-535-8501 x 32400.

CAMH is dedicated to an equitable, inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment.