Registered Practical Nurse - R1

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 4,835,000 - 5,375,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) in Hamilton’s West 5th Campus seeks a Registered Practical Nurse to support the Acute Mental Health Unit.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to provide nursing care for patients with major mental illnesses, focusing on preventative, educational and supportive care under the College of Nurses of Ontario standards. The role emphasizes reducing restraints and seclusion, collaboration with staff, and ongoing professional development, with a 12-month

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Successful completion of a diploma program for a Registered Practical Nurse.
• Proof of CPR/CPI training and Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Psychiatric Nursing, Mental Health and Mental Illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventative, educational and/or supportive nursing care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to plan and implement care.
• Commit to reducing and ultimately eliminating the use of restraint and seclusion.

Skills

Registered Nursing

Psychiatric Nursing

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Certificate in Psychiatric Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Position Details

Job Number: JR01954

Department: Acute Mental Health Unit Orchard 1

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time

Contract Duration: (If applicable) 12 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, PM 19:00

Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-09-15

Closing Date: 2026-09-22

Unit Profile

The Acute Mental Health Unit (R1) 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 (R1) 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 CPR CPI training and Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certification
• 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 skill and experience with computers data entry and patient information systems
• Good work performance and attendance record are essential

Employment & Diversity Statements

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]).

Employer Brand & Values

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.