Registered Practical Nurse, Mental Health 2026-7129

Cambridge Memorial Hospital; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension Plan

Group Benefits (Health & Dental) for F

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education Grant

Wellness & Wellbeing Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatv

Job summary

Cambridge Memorial Hospital is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse with mental health experience to join our inpatient team. You will provide direct nursing care for patients with acute psychiatric needs and work within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an RPN diploma or equivalent and College of Nurses of Ontario registration, with a focus on patient safety, discharge planning, and health promotion.

Qualifications

• College of Nurses of Ontario Certificate of Registration required.
• RPN Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years current experience in mental health nursing required.
• Complete CMH Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training within 3 months of hire.
• Knowledge of OMHRS and Meditech modules is an asset.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, problem solving and negotiating skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to integrate discharge planning and use of community resources in care planning.
• Commitment to health promotion in mental health care.
• Regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to mental health patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver care.
• Support discharge planning and link with community resources.
• Contribute to a safe, recovery‑oriented environment.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

RPN Diploma or equivalent

College of Nurses of Ontario certificate

Tools

Meditech

NVCI Training

Job description

Overview

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women's and Children's Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.

Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.

Why Should You Apply to CMH?

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org.

Job Description

Salary

$38.363 - $39.019

Schedule

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends & Holidays

Shift

12 hrs

This is a full-time contract expected to end December 2027

The Registered Practical Nurse demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities for nursing care to individuals with serious disruptions in mental health including: knowledge of psychotropic medications, their uses, methods of action, and administration; understanding the needs of patients within the context of family and community; excellent communication skills within the multidisciplinary framework of mental health care; collaborative interdisciplinary approach to patient care; critical thinking skills to solve problems that occur in day-to-day practice; knowledge and practice of health promotion as related to the mental health patient's plan of care; and understanding of the the integral relationship between mental health nursing in the inpatient setting with that offered in the outpatient setting. Thisposition isto work all shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends and holidays. The physical demands of the role may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.

Skills and Qualifications:

• College of Nurses of Ontario Certificate of Registration required.
• RPN Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) yearscurrent experience in mental health related nursing required
• Successfully complete the CMH Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Training within 3 months of hire
• Knowledge of the Ontario Mental Health Reporting System (OMHRS) and Meditech system modules an asset
• Must demonstrate excellent communication, problem solving and negotiating skills in a multidisciplinary environment
• Must demonstrate the ability to integrate discharge planning and appropriate use of community resources as it pertains to mental health into the client’s plan of care
• Must incorporate knowledge of health promotion as it relates to mental health into the client’s plan of care
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required.

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

CMH Inclusion Statement

At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet, work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional territories for the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee and the Chinnonton.

We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace; one that generates belonging. We want a work culture where people are free to express their authentic selves and are able to bring their best daily. That includes a workplace that is free from violence, harassment and discrimination of any kind.

We welcome all applicants and encourage members of equity-deserving groups including Indigenous and LGBTQ2SIA+ communities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, neurodiversity or physical ability. We promise to ask if needed, and to provide reasonable accommodation to you during the recruitment and selection process to ensure an equitable experience.

To support all of us in this journey, Cambridge Memorial Hospital is an employee partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and provides access to all CMH members to CCDI resources and education. We encourage you to reflect upon our inclusive commitment to you as we welcome and encourage you to explore a promising future career at CMH.

Mari Iromoto Executive Champion Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Melissa Duguid, Director of Human Resources

We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) proudly integrates AI-based technologies into its applicant screening process to enhance recruitment. These tools are designed to reduce bias and uphold fair hiring practices based on skills, education, and experience. CMH's AI serves to assist, not replace, human decision-making, with results audited to ensure quality and equity. This initiative reinforces the hospital’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, ensuring the best talent is selected while adhering to its core values.

Union

SEIU Service – Full Time