Registered Practical Nurse - Temporary Full-Time - Mental Health Inpatient Unit

Brockville General Hospital; Brockville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Ontario is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for the Mental Health Inpatient Unit. This role involves providing direct nursing care to patients, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and working within a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mental health nursing, be registered with the College of Nurses, and possess relevant certifications. Flexibility and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse currently registered with College of Nurses.
• Minimum of three years’ experience with diagnosed serious mental illness.
• Current NVCI, CPR and First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in a mental health inpatient unit.
• Work in conjunction with other regulated health professionals.
• Participate in service and hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Demonstrated competence in nursing practice

Excellent knowledge of serious mental illnesses

Excellent knowledge and experience with psychotropic medications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to function in a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated flexibility and ability to prioritize

Education

Registered Practical Nurse certification

Completion of an approved Medications Administration Course

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Registered Practical Nurse - Temporary Full-Time - Mental Health Inpatient Unit

Status: Temporary Full-Time (up to 12 months with possible extension)

DATE POSTED: September 22, 2025

CLOSING DATE: SEPTEMBER 28, 2025

Salary: $35.90- $38.16/ hour

HOURS OF WORK: Days, evenings, nights and weekend shifts

Union Association: CUPE

Position Summary

As a member of the Interprofessional Care Team, the Registered Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care to patients, in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and policies and the Standards of Nursing Practice. The Registered Practical Nurse works under the direction of and in conjunction with other regulated health care professional members of the team. The RPN participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centred environment and that contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• A Registered Practical Nurse currently registered with College of Nurses
• Successful completion of an approved Medications Administration Course consistent with the Standard of the College of Nursing of Ontario. Able to demonstrate competence in the administration of medications
• Minimum of three years’ experience in working with people who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness
• Completion of the psychiatric nursing component, crisis intervention and suicide intervention courses would be considered an asset
• Current NVCI, CPR and First Aid
• Member of RPNAO preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated competence in nursing practice
• Excellent knowledge of a variety of serious mental illnesses
• Excellent knowledge and experience working with psychotropic medications, side effects of same etc.
• Knowledge/experience of the Recovery Model, trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches to care
• Knowledge/experience with Psychosocial Rehabilitation Model
• Knowledge of the mandate of mental health integrated community services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and also function effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated flexibility, creativity and ability to prioritize
• Demonstrated ability to relate in a tactful and sensitive manner with patients, visitors, staff and volunteers
• Good attendance and availability required