Registered Practical Nurse, Treatment & Rehab G4 & Assessment H4

St. Joseph's Health Care London; London; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health Care London is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for its Parkwood Institute Mental Health Care in London, Ontario.

The role involves providing nursing care to clients with serious mental illness within an interdisciplinary team, on rotating shifts, and contributing to recovery-oriented care. Requirements include a College of Nurses of Ontario certificate and CPR, with preferred French language capability and experience in a mental health setting.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Valid CPR certificate.
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration.
• Knowledge of the nursing care needs of clients with serious mental illness.
• Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships and work as an effective member of the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Work rotating shifts.
• Coordinate care collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team as well as fulfill nursing responsibilities in an independent, self-directed manner.
• Demonstrate ability to relate therapeutically with clients and respond effectively in crisis situations.

Skills

Nursing license

CPR certification

Pharmacology knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Crisis management

Documentation skills

French (asset)

Education

Certificate of competence - COLN

Job description

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Sep 26, 2026

CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869

Registered Practical Nurse, Treatment & Rehab G4 & Assessment H4 - 1 position

Treatment & Rehab G4 & Assessment H4 Parkwood Institute Mental Health Care - London, ON Part Time Salary Range: $39.96 - $40.37 /hour

It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer.

Parkwood Institute - Mental Health Care Building provides specialized mental health care to individuals living with mental illnesses on both an inpatient and outpatient basis.

In addition to providing direct care to individuals living with mental illness, the organization is also actively involved in the education of future clinicians and in advancing the research knowledge base. Our work is guided by a recovery-oriented philosophy of care as well as the utilization of treatment and rehabilitation interventions that are based on the best available evidence of their effectiveness to assist individuals in pursuing their life goals. We believe in supporting both the individual and their family/friends throughout their recovery journey.

Using the principles of client-centered care within the context of an interdisciplinary team approach, the successful candidate will provide nursing care to clients with severe and persistent mental illness. Candidate will be required to work rotating shifts.

Essential Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Valid CPR certificate
• Proficiency and experience in pharmacology and medication administration
• Knowledge of the nursing care needs of clients with serious mental illness
• Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships and able to work as an effective member of the interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to apply and document the prescribed treatment, rehabilitation and support plan of care
• Ability to coordinate care collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team as well as to fulfill nursing responsibilities in an independent, self-directed manner
• Ability to relate therapeutically with clients
• Demonstrated ability to effectively respond in crisis situations
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Previous experience working in a mental health environment
• Completion of courses in psychiatric nursing
• Knowledge of The Mental Health Act

Teaching and Research

• St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Human Resources and Leaders use your profile information to evaluate your application for the vacancies you apply to. Only those under consideration will be contacted.