Mental Health Nurse jobs in Canada

Job Code: 16335

Status: Full Time (Non Mastered)

Location: Providence Transitional Care Centre

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $35.82 - $37.06

Posting Period: March 27, 2025 - April 5, 2025

Ontario Health: Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) Incentive – Available to eligible RN’s, RPN’s, NP’s offered through Ontario Health

1. Provides $25,000 in grant funding to eligible nurses in exchange for a 2-year commitment.
2. This incentive qualifies for Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs).
3. Eligibility criteria available at Health Force Ontario CCPN Incentive.
4. For further information, please reach out to our Recruitment Team by calling 613-544-4900 ext. 53450 or by email at work@providencecare.ca.

As a member of an inter-professional team and working under full scope of practice, the role of the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) at Providence Care is to deliver safe, effective, patient centred care to assigned patients in a non-acute setting as outlined by hospital policies and procedures and the Standards of Nursing Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario. The RPN will assist patients and their caregivers to manage clinical conditions and transitions and enhance quality of life by meeting the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of each person.

1. Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Nurses of Ontario
2. Current CPR certificate
3. College certificate required, diploma preferred
4. Medication Certificate dated after 1985 which meets the requirements of the Ontario College of Nurses, if graduated before 1985.

1. Demonstrates competencies and skills that are essential for the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
2. Assists in evaluating the health status of patients with complexity of care needs that are well defined and established, with predictable outcomes and manageable responses and provides direct care.
3. Shares in establishing priorities for care including preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative aspects.
4. Advocates for patients and their caregivers, recognizing them as major decision makers.
5. Seeks assistance when knowledge, judgment or skill are insufficient or beyond the scope of practice for a Registered Practical Nurse, or when patient or environmental factors prohibit the delivery of safe and effective care.
6. Evaluates the outcome of patient care plan and modifies the plan based on patient responses using professional judgment and reports information with key stakeholders as needed.

1. Specializing in Transitional care including restorative care, cognitive behavioural support, short-stay respite and convalescent care.
2. A centre striving for excellence in care, education and research.
3. Committed to people centred approach to care delivery.
4. Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits.
5. Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
6. A fully renovated building with on-site cafeteria and parking.
7. Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires.
8. Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality.
9. Employee and Family Assistance Program.
10. Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities.
11. Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions.
12. Located near Lake Ontario, Queen’s and Downtown Kingston.