Registered Practical Nurse (RPT)

The Royal; Brockville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health care center in Brockville is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPT) to provide supportive nursing care in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate must have a diploma in Practical Nursing and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. This part-time position emphasizes crisis management and requires flexibility for days, nights, and weekends. Competitive hourly pay of $35.36 to $37.05 is offered.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Previous nursing experience in psychiatric/mental health preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive nursing care consistent with treatment needs.
• Assist in assessment and development of nursing care plans.
• Ensure a safe therapeutic environment including crisis management.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing knowledge

Crisis management

Communication in English

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Job description

Position Information

Title: Registered Practical Nurse (RPT)

Position Status: Regular Part-time

FTE: 0.0

Job Schedule: Days/Nights/Weekends

Department: Nursing Resource Team BMHC

Union: OPSEU Local 439

Site: Brockville Mental Health Centre

Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Living and Working in Brockville | The Royal

The Integrated Forensic Program delivers specialized mental health care for individuals with mental illnesses who have come into contact with the criminal justice system or who are at risk of doing so. We provide assessment and treatment services to improve our clients’ mental health and reduce their risk of re‑offending. Our Brockville site offers 2 primary programs within the Integrated Forensic Program – a Secure Treatment Unit (STU) and a Forensic Treatment Unit (FTU).

Job Description

Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) will provide supportive nursing care consistent with patient treatment/rehabilitation needs and goals. In doing so, the RPN will assist in the assessment of patients’ needs and in the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing care plans for assigned patients in collaboration and consultation with members of the inter‑disciplinary team. The RPN will also provide a safe, therapeutic environment including crisis management and emergency nursing care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing;
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Previous nursing experience working in psychiatric/mental health specialization is preferred;
• Certified in CPR and First Aid;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, and Substitute Decision Act;
• Safety and Security in the Workplace Training (candidate must agree to complete prior to start date if this qualification is not met);
• Valid driver’s license, if required;
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression. Bilingual is an asset.

Salary Range

$35.36 to $37.05 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre‑condition of employment.
• The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.

Accommodation and Equity

The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.