Registered Practical Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health

Humber River Health • Toronto, ON

1d • CA$39 - CA$39 • Hybrid

About The Position

Humber River Health is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to work in their Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit within the Mental Health and Addictions Program. This is a temporary part-time position with a duration until December 2026, subject to change. The role is located at Humber River Health, Wilson Site, with potential for cross-site coverage within the Mental Health Services continuum. The nurse must be available to work all day, evening, and/or night shifts as per operational needs. Humber River Health is North America's first fully digital hospital, committed to using technology and clinical expertise to improve patient care and reduce inefficiencies. They are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and are dedicated to becoming a community academic hospital.

Requirements

• Graduate from a recognized Registered Practical Nursing two year diploma program.
• Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Experience in risk assessment and mental status examination.
• Demonstrate good patient/family teaching skills required.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and initiative required.
• Current knowledge of, and sensitivity to, patients with chemical dependency issues is required.
• Sensitivity to patients with multi-cultural needs is required.
• Demonstrate competency in a variety of skills including (but not limited to), intramuscular injections, phlebotomy, Medication Administration, etc.
• Basic computer skills and Meditech experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in CPI preferred.
• Minimum 3 years recent related experience is preferred.
• Experience working with acute/crisis mental health patients is preferred.
• Experience in phlebotomy an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to set priorities, interpersonal and communications skills required.
• Must be able to work effectively with a variety of people, including other health care team members, patients and visitors.
• Demonstrate adherence to the hospital’s code of conduct.
• Demonstrate good patient assessment skills, crisis skills, patient assessment course related to a specific clinical area, is preferred.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset.

Responsibilities

• RPN responsibilities set out by the department.

Benefits

• Greater Toronto’s Top Employers recognition
• Evidence-based leadership
• Culture that consistently wows with unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement
• Member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN)
• Involvement in research and academic collaboration
• Dedicated to high-quality patient care
• Values of compassion, professionalism, and respect
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace
• Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree