Registered Practical Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health (CUPE)

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Valley Health’s Inpatient Mental Health Unit is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to conduct psychiatric assessments and engage in treatment modalities within a Schedule 1 facility. You will work in a progressive interprofessional environment, applying assessment and counseling skills to diverse patients while supporting patient/family centered care and safety.

The role requires current nursing registration, BLS, and two years of acute psychiatric nursing experience, along with

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses
• Current BLS certification
• 2 years of recent acute psychiatric nursing experience
• Completion of Medication Administration certification
• Completion of Physical Assessment certification with proven excellent physical assessment skills
• Completion of a psychiatric / mental health certificate
• Knowledge of Canadian Standards for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario
• Knowledge of Personal Health Information Protection Act
• RPNAO membership preferred
• Proficient computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environment
• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently
• Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skills
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and leadership experience
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and compliance with policies and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and engage in treatment modalities in an acute inpatient unit
• Utilize assessment and supportive counseling with diverse patient population
• Contribute to patient/family centred care and continuous quality improvement
• Participate in initiatives to improve quality of care and therapeutic stay

Skills

RPN Registration

BLS Certification

Medication Administration

Physical Assessment Certification

Psych MH Certificate

RPNAO Membership

Interprofessional teamwork

Computer Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Attendance & Reliability

Education

Nursing Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Land acknowledgement:Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.Who you are:You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courageYou are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standardYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skillsPosting Closes: EOD October 14, 2026What we are looking for:The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for conducting psychiatric assessments and engaging in the various treatment modalities provided in this acute, active Inpatient Mental Health Unit which is a Schedule 1 facility. As a Nurse in this progressive interprofessional environment, you will utilize your skills in assessment and supportive counseling with a diverse patient population. You will enjoy many opportunities to contribute to our patient/family centered approach to care, to participate in initiatives designed to continually improve the quality of care and to ensure the patient’s stay is a therapeutic experience.What you bring to the role:Current Certificate of Registration with the College of NursesCurrent BLS certificationA minimum of 2 years of recent acute psychiatric nursing experienceCompletion of Medication Administration certificationCompletion of Physical Assessment certification with proven excellent physical assessment skillsCompletion of a psychiatric / mental health certificateKnowledge of Canadian Standards for Psychiatric Mental Health NursingKnowledge of the Mental Health Act of OntarioKnowledge of Personal Health Information Protection ActMental Health Assessment course is preferredRPNAO membership is preferredProficient computer skillsDemonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environmentDemonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independentlyWell developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skillsEvidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experienceDemonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standardsDemonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredWork Schedule:Candidates must be available to work a variety of 0730-1930, 0730-1530, 1530-2330, 1930-0730 hour shifts on weekdays and weekends.Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.Compensation:CU10Range:$38.39 - $39.80Who we are:Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?Oak Valley Health diversity statementOak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.Learn more about our Honoured to care culture:https://youtu.be/PV2TybgOqvA