RPN: Psychiatric Care & Recovery in Secure Unit

The Royal; Brockville; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join the Secure Treatment Unit. You will provide comprehensive nursing care, administer medications, perform health assessments, and work within an inter-disciplinary team to support patient safety and recovery.

Requirements include a Diploma in Practical Nursing, current OCNO registration, CPR/AED within 2 years, and knowledge of MHA. English proficiency is mandatory; bilingual abilities are an asset.

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.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the Secure Treatment Unit.
• Administer medications and injections as prescribed.
• Perform physical and mental health assessments and monitor patients.
• Maintain accurate documentation and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with the inter-disciplinary team to support treatment goals.
• Ensure safety and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Vital signs assessment

Injection skills

Medication administration

Basic wound care

Glucometer readings

Patient safety

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Registered with College of Nurses of Ontario

Tools

Glucometer

Vital signs equipment

Job description

The Royal is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join the Secure Treatment Unit. You will provide comprehensive nursing care, administer medications, perform health assessments, and work within an inter-disciplinary team to support patient safety and recovery.

Requirements include a Diploma in Practical Nursing, current OCNO registration, CPR/AED within 2 years, and knowledge of MHA. English proficiency is mandatory; bilingual abilities are an asset.