Registered Practical Nurse - M1

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The Registered Practical Nurse will join St. Joseph’s Health System’s Acute Mental Health Unit (M1) at the West 5th Campus in Hamilton.

Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, you’ll provide nursing care to patients with major mental illnesses, focusing on prevention and education, with a commitment to reducing restraints and improving outcomes. Requires current CORN registration, a nursing diploma, CPI and other certifications, and 6 months to 1 year of psychiatric nursing

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Diploma program for a Registered Practical Nurse completed.
• Proof of CPI training and Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certification.
• Current BCLS/HCP certification.
• Experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing preferred.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to individuals with major mental illnesses as part of the acute mental health unit.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess plan and implement care.
• Contribute to reducing restraint and seclusion where possible.
• Demonstrate therapeutic communication and counseling in practice.
• Maintain ongoing professional development and quality improvement.

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Mental status examination

Therapeutic communication

CPI training

Data entry / patient information

Education

Diploma in Registered Practical Nursing

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Psychiatric nursing program (preferred)

Job description

Position Details Job Number: JR02112 Department: Acute Mental Health Unit Mountain 1 This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: CUPE Local 786 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $35.91 - $39.02 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Sunday Time of Day: Days, Nights Shift: Hours -12 Shift Start: (If applicable) AM 07:00, AM 11:00, PM 19:00 Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-09-22 Closing Date: 2026-09-29

Unit Profile: The Acute Mental Health Unit (M1) is located at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton’s West 5th Campus provides mental health care to patients suffering from acute symptoms of mental disorders. We have a complete interdisciplinary team available to meet the varied needs of our patients. Our goal is to assess and stabilize patients and to reintegrate them back into the community at optimal levels of functioning.

Position Summary:

The Registered Practical Nurse under the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the Department of Nursing functions as a member of the nursing team to provide preventative educational and/or supportive care. Reporting to the Nurse Manager of the Acute Mental Health Unit (M1) the Registered Practical Nurse will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team providing nursing care to individuals with major mental illnesses. Basic knowledge decision making and communication techniques are employed in assessing planning and implementing nursing care. The RPN will be committed to reducing and ultimately eliminating the use of restraint and seclusion.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Successful completion of a diploma program for a Registered Practical Nurse
• Acceptable certificate or proven enrollment in a psychiatric nursing program preferred
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year recent related experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing; recent experience in Acute Mental Health preferred
• Proof of current CPI training and Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certification
• Current BCLS/HCP certification required
• Demonstrated knowledge of Psychiatric Nursing Mental Health and Mental Illness is essential
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to perform mental status examination
• Experience working with psychiatric clients with a demonstrated sensitivity and non-judgmental manner
• Ability to always communicate effectively and tactfully to promote good interpersonal relationships and positive outcomes for patients
• Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic communication and counseling with a clear ability to apply knowledge to practice
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning professional development and continuous quality improvement
• Demonstrated ability to set own workload priorities and work effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
• Demonstrated skill and experience with computers data entry and patient information systems
• Good work performance and attendance record are essential

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]). At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.