Registered Practical Nurse - T10

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) Hamilton is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the Acute Psychiatry unit (10 Tower) at Charlton Campus.

The role involves delivering safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients with mental health needs on days, evenings or nights, with a regular part-time schedule and a CUPE Local 786 union backdrop. You will work with an inter-professional team, perform assessments, develop plans, and provide trauma-informed, client-centered care while adhering to

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• CPR certificate.
• Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certificates required.
• Enrolment in a psychiatric nursing program acceptable for RPNs.
• Experience in Acute Mental Health environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in accordance with SJHH mission and MHAP standards.
• Complete assessments, plans and organize treatment/therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with inter-professional team and manage workload priorities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Current registration with College of Nurses of Ontario

CPR certificate

Asepsis Techniques certificate

Medication Administration certificate

Enrolment in psychiatric nursing program

Acute Psychiatric Nursing knowledge

Job description

Position Details Job Number: JR02606 Department: Acute Psychiatry 10 Tower This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: CUPE Local 786 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $36.63 - $39.8 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Sunday Time of Day: Days, Evenings, Nights Shift: Hours -12, Hours - 8 Shift Start: (If applicable) AM 07:00 Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-27 Closing Date: 2026-11-03

Job Description Unit Profile: The Acute Mental Health Unit (10 Tower) is a 30-bed unit located at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton’s Charlton Campus. Our collaborative multi-disciplinary team is committed to providing exemplary mental health care for patients across the lifespan and creating an environment of recovery to provide the best client-centered care for our clients and their families. 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 (RPN) provides care for patients in accordance with the mission vision and values of SJHH and the Mental Health and Addiction Program (MHAP) the standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nursing (CFMHN) Standards. Nurses in the MHAP are committed to the alleviation of stigma and discrimination related to mental health and addiction as well as reduction of the use of seclusion and restraint in all our services. The principles of person-centered nursing recovery and trauma informed care is foundational to this specialized nursing practice. As a member of the inter-professional team the RPN is responsible for the provision of quality holistic specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses. The RPN provides safe evidence-based therapeutic interventions across the care continuum. The RPN completes assessments plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions documents and evaluates interventions. The RPN models professionalism and provides decision-making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter-professional team.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required including Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration certificate.
• CPR certificate.
• Acceptable certificate or proven enrollment in a psychiatric nursing program for RPN’s.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Acute Psychiatric Nursing Mental Health and Mental Illness is essential.
• 2-3 years working experience in an Acute Mental Health environment or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Good understanding of the Mental Health Act as it applies to an Inpatient Mental Health Unit.
• Experience working with Psychiatric clients with a demonstrated sensitivity and non-judgmental manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Recovery Models of Care client Centered Care and the college Best Practice of therapeutic Nurse Client Relationship
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and tactfully maintain good interpersonal relationships and set own workload priorities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and organization skills and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic communication and counseling with a clear ability to apply that knowledge to practice.
• Must be familiar with community resources.
• Must be knowledgeable regarding substance abuse and addiction.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuing education.
• Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred
• Must be able to complete the orientation as required.
• Good work performance and attendance record is essential.
• An updated resume should accompany the application.
• Demonstrates competence (knowledge/skills/attitude) in the use of non-violent physical crisis interventions trauma-informed care and other best practices available to promote healing and recovery.

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]). 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.