Travel Nurse - Mental Health RN

Bayshore HealthCare Ltd.; Ontario; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Registered Psychiatric or Mental Health Nurse in Nunavut. This role offers the chance to work closely with Indigenous communities, providing essential care while enjoying fully paid travel assignments. Ideal candidates will have a nursing license and the ability to work independently in remote settings. Experience in community health is a plus, and opportunities for professional development are available.

Benefits

Fully paid travel assignments

Highly competitive compensation

Comprehensive orientation and training

Opportunities for continual learning

Flexible schedules

24/7 support from a dedicated team

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of full-time experience as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Mental Health Nurse.
• Experience working in remote, isolated, or semi-isolated communities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Community Health Nurses to provide support.
• Assess patients and develop individualized care plans.
• Follow up and assist community members as needed.

Skills

Independence

Resourcefulness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity as a Registered Psychiatric (RPN) or Mental Health (MHN) Nurse in Nunavut? Bayshore HealthCare’s Northern Staffing program has been providing high-quality community health care solutions to Canada's North since 1997. Our Healthcare Professionals work closely with diverse Indigenous communities (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), delivering essential care to community members. We hire passionate team members from across Canada who travel on assignments to remote northern communities in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. This role offers a unique chance to expand your clinical scope of practice while experiencing adventure! Average assignment durations range from 2 to 6 weeks.

Are you a qualified Registered Nurse eager to make a difference? Interested in traveling to broaden your personal and professional horizons? We offer a distinctive experience that combines clinical growth with adventure! Typical assignments last approximately 6 weeks.

The work you will do:

• Collaborate with Community Health Nurses in clinics to provide support
• Assess patients and develop individualized care plans
• Follow up and reach out to community members. Assist patients as needed
• In some cases, you may be the sole MHN in the community, so independence and resourcefulness are essential

Why Bayshore?

• Enjoy fully paid and planned travel assignments while doing what you love
• Highly competitive compensation, incentives, and bonuses
• Comprehensive orientation and training
• Opportunities for continual learning and professional development
• Diverse assignments with flexible schedules
• Work-life balance tailored to your needs
• 24/7 support from a caring, dedicated team from day one

Who You Are:

• You are a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a valid nursing license in good standing
• You are a licensed Nurse registered in good standing
• You are willing to obtain a nursing license in the province or territory where you wish to work
• You meet the required work experience criteria
• Mandatory skills, additional training, and reimbursements will be discussed during the interview

We appreciate all applicants. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

Bayshore is committed to providing a safe, high-quality environment for staff and clients. Depending on provincial regulations and the position, new hires may need to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu, etc. Please consult with the recruiter for specific requirements. Exemptions based on Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

"At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. We strive to create a culture of belonging where individual differences are embraced and celebrated through programs, resources, and policies supporting each person's purpose, potential, and wellbeing."

Bayshore operates in accordance with applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations:

Education

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree or higher.

Experience

Required:

At least 2 years (3000 hours) of full-time experience as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Mental Health Nurse, or at least 1 year (1500 hours) of full-time experience working in remote, isolated, or semi-isolated communities in these roles.