Registered Practical Nurse – Mental Health Services #368-26

Categories: Nursing|Service Location(s): Owen Sound Types: Part Time Temporary DEPARTMENT: MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES LOCATION: OWEN SOUND UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU – SERVICE STATUS: PART-TIME, TEMPORARY (APPROX. END DATE JUNE 2027) REASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENT WAGE RATE: $37.071 – $38.157 Reporting to the Manager, Inpatient Mental Health, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) works collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to provide patient care within professional scope of practice. In keeping with a client-focused philosophy, the functions of this role are to assist our patients and your co-workers in achieving positive outcomes in a safe and therapeutic environment in inpatient mental health. Qualifications Required: Current Ontario College of Nurses registration or eligibility Certificate in Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized Community College Recent psychiatric nursing experience within the past three years Working knowledge of Mental Health Act, Substitute Decision Makers Act, HCCA and the DSM-IV-R Demonstrated ability to conduct psychosocial and psychiatric assessment including a risk assessment Knowledge of community resources and navigation of broader mental health system Demonstrates an ability to think critically and respond effectively to emergent situations Ability to provide a brief solution-focused therapy modality as well as support, advocacy and education services to patients and as needed to their support person(s) Valid CPI course Experience in medication delivery Excellent leadership, problem solving, decision making, organizational and patient assessment skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills demonstrated Plan, develop and conduct inpatient groups Ability to work cooperatively within a multi-disciplinary team setting Ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays Commitment to continuing education Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes

The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) works collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to provide patient care within professional scope of practice. The role involves assisting patients and co-workers in achieving positive outcomes in a safe and therapeutic environment in inpatient mental health.

Candidates must have current registration with the Ontario College of Nurses or eligibility, along with a certificate in Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized Community College. Recent psychiatric nursing experience, knowledge of relevant legislation, and strong assessment and communication skills are also required.

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• Psychiatric Nursing
• Mental Health Act
• Risk Assessment
• Community Resources
• Critical Thinking
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Patient Advocacy
• Medication Delivery
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Organizational Skills
• Patient Assessment
• Communication Skills
• Group Planning
• Team Collaboration

Minimum education

Trade certificate

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 12, 2026