Job Description

Position Information

Posting Number:

BMHC25-016E RP

Title:

Registered Nurse (RPT 0.5 FTE)

Position Status:

Regular Part-time

FTE:

0.5

Job Schedule:

Days/Nights/Weekends

Unit:

Nursing Resource Team

Department:

Forensic Psychiatry - BMHC

Union:

ONA Local 74 (Brockville)

Site:

Brockville Mental Health Centre

About The Royal

As one of Canada's foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Nursing Resource Team

As a Resource Team RPN, you will be available to float to all units of the hospital as required.

Qualifications:

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Up to 3 months Nursing Experience Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues Clear understanding of MHA and relevant legislation Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in psychiatric nursing practice as articulated in the Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Practice. Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues with specific knowledge about physical/medical compilations related to mental health and addictions Able to meet the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses CPR certification within the last 12 months (BCLS at a minimum) Evidence of continuing professional education Effective verbal and written communications skills Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills Problem solving, leadership and management skills in responding to complex and rapidly changing situations Sensitivity, skills and experience working with diverse individuals and communities English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Experience in Mental Health and/or addictions Membership and active participation in a professional nursing organization (RNAO) Experience with evidence-based nursing care to youth with early onset mental illness

Salary Range:

40.24 to 57.68 per hour

Additional Information

All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications. The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment. * The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.