Registered Practical Nurse

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility for elderly mental health in Ontario is seeking a qualified nurse for the Geriatric Psychiatry Outreach Services. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing consultation to staff and families in Long Term Care Homes, focusing on improving the quality of life for seniors facing mental health challenges. Ideal candidates will have a Diploma in Practical Nursing, current registration in Ontario, and experience with older adults. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
• Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
• GPA training and P.I.E.C.E.S training, or other related dementia care training.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing consultation to staff, administrators, residents and their families.

Skills

Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice

Ability to develop therapeutic relations with patients

Basic computer skills

Ability to function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Job description

Overview

Geriatric Psychiatry program assesses and treats mental illnesses in adults over 65. It focuses on improving quality of life and recovery for older adults dealing with conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, Alzheimer\u2019s disease, and other dementias. Care is provided in collaboration with families, primary care providers, and community agencies. This position is part of the Geriatric Psychiatry Outreach Services to Long Term Care Homes (LTCH). The goal is to address the complex mental health needs and assist in the management of responsive behaviours for seniors living in a variety of community Long Term Care Homes (LTCH), in order to foster supportive care environment, optimized quality of life and prevent unnecessary psychiatric admissions and emergency room visits. It is a change-agent role which provides comprehensive nursing consultation to staff, administrators, residents & their families in collaboration with Royal Geriatric Psychiatry Outreach services to Long Term Care Homes. This includes direct practice, education, research and ongoing evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing consultation to staff, administrators, residents and their families in collaboration with Royal Geriatric Psychiatry Outreach services to Long Term Care Homes. This includes direct practice, education, research and ongoing evaluation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice.
• Understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
• CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
• Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
• GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approach) training and P.I.E.C.E.S training, or other related dementia care training.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Prior experience with clients in Long Term Care and the community.
• Technical skills such as glucometer reading, vital signs, injection skills, physical assessment/mental health assessment, catheterization, medication administration, O2 administration, basic wound care, suctioning, safe patient handling, bladder scanning, ECT recovery, skin care and feeding.
• Ability to develop therapeutic relations with patients.
• Ability to function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Valid Ontario drivers license (travel is required).
• English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading and writing. Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring and positioning techniques.
• 2 years recent experience with older adults with psychiatric/mental health illness.