Registered Practical Nurse - Mental Health

Job summary

Work as a resource team Registered Practical Nurse, floating to hospital units as required and providing nursing care to patients. Perform clinical procedures and assessments, support patient safety and recovery, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team while building therapeutic relationships with patients.

Job details

As a Resource Team RPN, you will be available to float to all units of the hospital as required. 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 Preferred: Two years recent experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing Knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring and positioning techniques Language Requirements English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset. Benefits At The Royal, we are committed to supporting your health, well-being, and financial security at every stage of your career through a comprehensive total rewards package that may include: HOOPP, one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, helping you build long-term financial security with a predictable lifetime retirement income and valuable employer contributions. Competitive health and dental benefits through Medavie Blue Cross (MBC), supporting you and your family's health and wellness needs; Life insurance and disability coverage through Manulife, including short-term and long-term disability benefits where applicable, providing added peace of mind; Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Telus Health, offering confidential counselling, wellness resources, and support services for you and your eligible family members (excluded casual staff).

What you’ll do

Work as a resource team Registered Practical Nurse, floating to hospital units as required and providing nursing care to patients. Perform clinical procedures and assessments, support patient safety and recovery, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team while building therapeutic relationships with patients.

Requirements

Applicants must have graduated from a recognized practical nursing diploma program, hold current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and understand RPN scope of practice and relevant mental health legislation. Required qualifications also include current CPR/AED certification, workplace violence prevention training, ongoing professional development, and English proficiency; two years of recent psychiatric or mental health nursing experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Listed skills

• basic computer skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mental Health Assessment
• Physical Assessment
• Medication Administration
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Injection Skills
• Glucometer Reading
• Catheterization
• Oxygen Administration
• Basic Wound Care
• Suctioning
• Safe Patient Handling
• Bladder Scanning
• ECT Recovery
• Therapeutic Relationships
• Interdisciplinary Teamwork
• Basic Computer Skills

Job areas

• Healthcare