Registered Practical Nurse, Part Time, Forensic Mental Health - Heritage 0

Providence Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients with mental health needs. This part-time role involves collaborating with a clinical team to develop and implement care plans that promote patient independence and wellness. The ideal candidate will have experience in acute psychiatric settings and be committed to delivering high-quality care. Join a hospital that values excellence in care, education, and research, and offers a supportive environment with numerous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with benefits in lieu

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

On-site parking

On-site café and cafeteria

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education, mentorship, and bursary opportunities

Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse.
• Recent experience in an acute psychiatric setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Completing nursing history based on patient and family information.
• Developing goal-oriented nursing care plans in collaboration with patients.
• Revising nursing care plans based on evaluations using professional judgment.

Skills

Registered Practical Nurse registration

Experience in acute psychiatric setting

CPR certification

Job description

Job Code: 16208

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $ 35.82 - $ 37.06

Posting Period: March 4, 2025 - March 13, 2025

To provide direct professional nursing care to patients requiring mental health services and presenting with less complex care needs. Utilizing the principles of the nursing process and in collaboration with the RN and members of the clinical team, the RPN can provide care to patients with more complex needs within his/her level of competence. The RPN, as a member of the clinical team, contributes to the patient’s journey toward maximum independence and wellness.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Current, unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse
• Must have recent experience in an acute psychiatric setting.
• Must have current CPR certification

Position Responsibilities

• Completing a nursing history based on information received from the patient, family and other sources.
• Developing and recording a goal oriented nursing care plan focused on immediate needs in collaboration with the patient.
• Performing interventions for which he/she can manage the outcomes or has resources to manage the outcomes.
• Accurately following the prescribed medical regime
• Re-assessing the plan in terms of goals set.
• Recognizes unusual patient responses and consults with others as required.
• Revising nursing care plan based on evaluation using professional judgment.

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails