Registered Practical Nurse (Full-time Permanent)

Lake of the Woods District Hospital; Kenora; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse to join their Mental Health and Addictions team. This role involves delivering essential nursing care while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to support clients in various programs. You'll experience the unique lifestyle of working in a picturesque lakeside setting, balancing professional fulfillment with serene natural beauty. The organization is committed to ongoing professional development, offering numerous benefits including a robust pension plan, health coverage, and wellness initiatives. If you are passionate about mental health and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

2 weeks paid vacation

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Desjardin Group Life Insurance

Extended health benefits

Relocation and accommodation support

Access to staff physiotherapy

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in mental health and addictions.
• Ability to work flexible hours and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ensure client needs are met in mental health and addictions programs.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Crisis management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity

Trauma informed approach

Education

Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Specialized training in concurrent disorders

Job description

Competition Number: 2025-1781-004

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Hours: 1.00 FTE

Classification: RPN

Department: Mental Health and Addictions

Salary: $37.4581 to $39.7287 per hour
As per CUPE LOCAL 1781 Collective Agreement

Closing Date: Friday, April 11, 2025

Description

This role is responsible for providing general nursing care while functioning as a member of both nursing and multi-disciplinary teams within the Mental Health and Addictions portfolio, including Morningstar Centre, Del-Art Recovery Home, Managed Alcohol Program (MAP), and Rapid Access Addition Medicine (RAAM) programs and ensuring client needs are met.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Kenora?

Imagine working where the water meets the sky, with stunning lakefront views right outside your window. At our hospital, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of professional fulfillment and lakeside serenity. Whether you’re taking a peaceful walk by the shore during breaks, kayaking after work, or simply soaking in the tranquil beauty, working on a lake offers a unique lifestyle that blends relaxation with productivity. Come join a team that values both your career and your well-being in a setting that inspires both work and play.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Specialized training or certification in concurrent disorders preferred
• Firm understanding of concurrent disorders, substance use disorders, opioid use disorders and associated treatment modalities
• Understanding of the quality standards for the treatment of mental health and addictions disorders
• Knowledge of the Centre of Excellence and its alignment with the Ministry of Health Roadmap to Wellness
• Knowledge, skills and experience in assessment, treatment & rehabilitation, crisis management, advocacy, and principles of PSR
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate with others including members from other community organizations
• Advanced skills in reasoning, problem solving, decision-making and workload organization
• Advanced communication skills
• Previous experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
• Trauma informed approach
• Must have demonstrated regular attendance at work
• Required to work flexible hours and rotating shift

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393