Registered Practical Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,578 - 54,357; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Job summary

Humber River Health in Toronto seeks a Registered Practical Nurse for its Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. This temporary part-time role requires working various shifts and certifications in nursing and BCLS. The ideal candidate has experience with mental health patients, demonstrating strong assessment and crisis management skills.

Benefits include participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan. Humber River Health promotes an inclusive workplace and encourages diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized Registered Practical Nursing two‑year diploma program.
• Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum 3 years recent related experience preferred.
• Experience working with acute/crisis mental health patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow RPN responsibilities set out by the department.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient assessment skills

Crisis management

Education

Registered Practical Nursing diploma

Current RPN registration

Current BCLS certification

Tools

Meditech experience

Job description

Humber River Health is a fully digital hospital serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto.

Employment Details

Position: Registered Practical Nurse – Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (Mental Health and Addictions Program)

Status: Temporary Part-Time

Duration: December 2026 (subject to change as per Article 3 – Management Rights)

Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site – cross-site coverage may be required; willing to work on all Mental Health Units within the continuum of Mental Health Services.

Hours: Must be able to work all day, evening, and/or night shifts – subject to change as per operational needs and Article 3 – Management Rights.

Employee Group: NOWU

Hourly Rate: $38.893 – $39.458

Reporting to: Manager, Mental Health

Responsibilities

• Follow RPN responsibilities set out by the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized Registered Practical Nursing two‑year diploma program.
• Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Certification in CPI preferred.
• Minimum 3 years recent related experience preferred.
• Experience working with acute/crisis mental health patients preferred.
• Experience in phlebotomy an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people, including other health care team members, patients and visitors.
• Demonstrate adherence to the hospital’s code of conduct.
• Demonstrate good patient assessment skills and crisis skills; patient assessment training specific to a clinical area preferred.
• Experience in risk assessment and mental status examination.
• Demonstrate good patient/family teaching skills.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and initiative.
• Current knowledge of and sensitivity to patients with chemical dependency issues required.
• Sensitivity to patients with multicultural needs required.
• Demonstrate competency in skills including intramuscular injections, phlebotomy, medication administration, etc.
• Basic computer skills and Meditech experience an asset.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Excellent attendance with a discipline‑free record required.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices an asset; Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers.

Benefits

All employees have the opportunity to contribute to the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a leading defined benefit pension plan featuring employer‑matched contributions.

EEO Statement & Accommodations

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and seniors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.