Registered Practical Nurse - Nursing Resource Unit

Ocean State Job Lot; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Registered Practical Nurses to join their dynamic Nursing Resource Unit. This role offers the opportunity to provide exceptional client-centered care across various clinical areas, including acute and specialty units. As part of a collaborative interprofessional team, you will engage in continuous learning and contribute to a healthy workplace that embraces diversity. If you possess strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that values equity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients and families.
• Engage in ongoing learning and maintain practice-based competencies.
• Ensure safety and security of the inpatient unit.

Skills

Client-centered care

Behavioral observations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Cultural competence

Computer literacy

Bilingualism

Education

Registered Practical Nurse certification

B.Sc.N in Nursing (preferred)

CAN certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Clinical assessment tools

Electronic health records

Job description

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Registered Practical Nurse - Nursing Resource Unit

The Nursing Resource Unit (NRU) at CAMH is an internal float pool comprised of Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Program Assistants, who deliver exceptional client care across all inpatient units at CAMH, in the event of strategically planned and unplanned staff absences.

Position Description
Reporting to the NRU Manager, the four (4) part-time, permanent successful applicants will be on-boarded and cross-trained to work across all inpatient clinical areas, including: acute, forensics, rehab, and specialty units (i.e., geriatrics, concurrent youth, medical withdrawal, extended observation).

You will complete a competency-based orientation and then apply and maintain practice-based competencies throughout all clinical assignments. You will provide high-quality nursing care to patients/clients and families and will engage in ongoing and structured learning throughout the NRU to achieve this goal.

As a member of an interprofessional team, you will provide client-centered mental health and addictions, as well as general nursing care. In addition, you will ensure the security and safety of the inpatient unit to which you are assigned, and practice in accordance with professional regulatory standards, CAMH Policies and Professional Practice Model, and the Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Practice.

Your skills include the ability to make behavioural observations; perform ongoing physical and mental status assessments; monitor the client’s response to pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions; develop, implement and evaluate interprofessional client-centred care plans; and effectively communicate with other team members. You will support and contribute to a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.

The successful applicant will work a rotating schedule that includes 12-hour days (0730-1930), 12-hour nights (1930-0730), and weekends, at the Queen Street site.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is also required
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess, or are currently pursuing a B.Sc.N and CAN certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable you to develop the Nurse-Client relationship and work within a collaborative and diverse interprofessional team
• Effective organizational and problem-solving skills, including a demonstrated ability to think critically
• Demonstrated ability to intervene effectively in clinical situations requiring the management of disturbed behaviour
• Demonstrated interest in continuous learning and professional development
• Able to work with clients of diverse cultural and social backgrounds is necessary
• Computer literacy is required
• Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language would be an asset

CAMH is a Tobacco-Free Organization. CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH’s teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.

At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges). We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.

CAMH is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace that is free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We actively encourage individuals from equity-deserving communities, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized communities, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including those who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges) to apply for our available positions. We appreciate the interest of all applicants and wish to ensure that all candidates have an equitable opportunity. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please inform us. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by emailing [e-mail] or calling 416 535 8501 x 32400. Please note that we will not respond to any calls or emails related to employment inquiries.