Registered Nurse (TPT)

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care; Penetanguishene; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6% in lieu of vacation

14% in lieu of benefits OR 10% HOOPP

Employee referral program

EFAP

Job summary

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Registered Nurse for the Beckwith B program in Ontario. The nurse will provide psychiatric nursing care and physical assessments within specialized forensic inter-professional clinical programs.

Responsibilities include leading nursing teams, developing treatment plans, and ensuring patient safety under CNON standards. BLS with Oxygen Therapy and Airway Management is required; forensic MH experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.
• BLS certification with Oxygen Therapy and Airway Management is required.
• Experience in forensic mental health or high-security facilities is preferred.
• Leadership experience such as Team Lead or Charge Nurse is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric nursing care and physical assessment for patients.
• Lead nursing in inter-professional teams, especially when cases are complex.
• Develop and implement therapeutic care and discharge plans.
• Observe and report patient condition, adjust plans, and ensure safety.
• Adhere to standards, policies, and mandatory training to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team leadership

Adaptability

BLS with OT/AM

Education

RN registered in Ontario

Job description

DEPT/PROGRAM

Beckwith B

JOB CLASS

Registered Nurse

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Temporary Part-Time
(Up to 1 year)

RATE OF PAY

$47.07 - $58.98 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE

As scheduled, up to 24 hours per week

EMPLOYEE GROUP

OPSEU

VACANCYTYPE

Existing Vacancy

Open

POSTING DATE

November 6, 2026

HYBRID ELIGIBLE

No

NUMBER

1

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 321-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.

The Clinical Manager of the Beckwith B program is currently seeking a Temporary Part-Time Registered Nurse. The purpose of the position is to provide psychiatric nursing care and physical assessment and related care required to patients within specialized Regional and Provincial Forensic inter-professional clinical programs.

• Provide leadership in the provision of nursing services within the nursing and inter-professional teams especially in circumstances when the patient’s conditions more complex and the outcomes of patient care are unpredictable
• Assess patient condition and needs based on interviews, interaction and direct observation; developing and implementing therapeutic patient treatment/care/discharge plans
• Develop therapeutic nurse-patient relationships utilizing nursing and other theoretical or practice frameworks i.e. psychosocial rehabilitation, counselling, health teaching, administering and monitoring medication, and teaching life skills in preparation for community reintegration
• Observe, assess, record, and report patient condition; evaluating progress and modifying plans as appropriate; assessing patient risk to self and/or others; participating in quality improvement activities to facilitate changes in nursing practice and inter-professional care
• Contribute to a safe, therapeutic environment through adherence to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards, program/facility-wide policies and procedures, including mandatory training

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario - Required.
• Valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) with Oxygen Therapy (OT) and Airway Management (AM).
• Preference will be given to those who have Forensic Mental Health experience, or knowledge of forensic healthcare processes (NCRs, Treatment Orders, etc.).
• Preference will be given to those who have experience working within a high secure facility.
• Experience as a Team Lead, Charge Nurse, or other leadership position considered an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with medical and mental health nursing theory and practice
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with medication practices, side effects, and current treatment modalities, knowledge of mental health medications an asset
• Recent mental health nursing in a mental health facility or service is preferred, including familiarity with the recovery philosophy, and trauma informed care
• Experience with patient safety including emergency patient care procedures
• Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
• Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to adapt readily to change
• Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
• Preference for proficiency in French/English language

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Includes 6% in lieu of vacation to start and 14% in lieu of benefits OR 10% if enrolling in HOOPP
• Participation in the employee referral program
• Access to Waypoint’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)