Registered Practical Nurse - W3

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation available

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join the Forensic Psychiatry Program at the West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain).

You will provide basic assessments, treatments, and supportive care under a nurse, contributing to reducing restraints and supporting patient safety. The role requires an active Ontario RPN license, CPR certification, and experience in psychiatric settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current registration as an Ontario Registered Practical Nurse.
• Provincially recognized educational program for RPNs.
• CPR/Asepsis techniques and Medication Administration Certification required.
• CPI – Crisis Prevention Training required.
• Experience in psychiatric mental health nursing preferred.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act and forensic context.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic assessments and treatments under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Support care for mentally disordered offenders and minimize restraints.
• Document care accurately and participate in safety and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan patient care.
• Contribute to care planning and community reintegration efforts.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organization

Empathy

Education

Registered Practical Nurse (Ontario) license

CPR Certification

Mental Health Nursing certificate (preferred)

Tools

CPI Crisis Prevention Training

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02582Department:Forensic Secure Waterfall 3This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)Job Type:Regular, Part timeContract Duration: (If applicable)0 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:CUPE Local 786Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$36.63 - $39.8ScheduleWork Days:Monday to SundayTime of Day:Days, Evenings, NightsShift:Hours -12Shift Start: (If applicable)AM 07:00, AM 09:00, PM 19:00Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-10-27Closing Date:2026-11-03Job DescriptionUnit Profile:The Forensic Psychiatry Program work towards restoring and maintaining the mental health and well-being of mentally disordered adult offenders while managing risk as mandated by the Criminal Code of Canada and ordered by the Ontario Review Board. This multi-disciplinary team includes nursing and allied health professionals working together to provide a wide range of assessment treatment and rehabilitation services. In this capacity the Forensic Psychiatry Program provides: clinical risk and medico-legal assessments inpatient treatments in General and Secure environments and outpatient treatment and community reintegration services/support for the Central-South region and Halton.Position Summary:The Registered Practical Nurse under the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario functions as a member of the nursing team to provide basic assessment and treatments preventative educational and/or supportive care. Under direction from the Registered Nurse basic knowledge decision making and communication techniques are employed in providing nursing care to one or more mentally disordered offenders. The RPN will be committed to reducing and ultimately eliminating the use of restraint and seclusion.Qualifications:•Current registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario required.•Successful completion of a provincially recognized educational program for Registered Practical Nurses required.•Certificate in Mental Health Nursing preferred.•Minimum 1 year of recent related clinical experience in psychiatric mental health nursing required; forensic psychiatric nursing experience preferred.•Demonstrated knowledge of psychiatric nursing mental health and mental illness required.•Current CPR Asepsis Techniques and Medication Administration Certification required.•CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) required•Demonstrated knowledge sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families•Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred•Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health Act and other legislation relevant to practice.•Knowledge base of major mental disorders and current treatment modalities with knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada as it pertains to working with mentally disordered offenders.•Demonstrated familiarity and understanding of Forensic specific Risk Assessment Tools (ie. HARM/AIS).•Knowledge of therapeutic communication and counselling with a clear ability to apply knowledge to practice.•Demonstrated ability to emphasize the interpersonal aspect of nursing such as: interest empathy honesty non-judgmental attitude and respect.•Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of custody and caring in the clinical care of mentally disordered individuals.•Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.•Demonstrated 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.•Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning professional development and continuous quality improvement.•Demonstrated ability to set own workload priorities and document according to standards.•Demonstrated excellent problem-solving and organization skills.•Basic skill level with computers MS Word internet searches data entry and patient information systems.•Good work performance and attendance record is essential.•An updated resume should accompany the application.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]).