Registered Nurse - Adult Inpatient, Mental Health

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

$41–$59 / hour

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Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 19, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Assess and treat patients experiencing acute mental health illness, using the primary care nursing model and providing psychiatric and risk assessments, mental status examinations, and crisis intervention. Provide individual and group counselling and therapeutic activities, and take on resource and team leader responsibilities as needed.

Job details

Position Profile Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers. Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time. These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families. This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today. We’re looking for a Registered Nurse to work in our Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit within the Mental Health and Addictions Program. Employment Status: Part-Time Hours of work: Must be able to work all day, evening and/or night shifts - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions and operational needs Hourly Rate Range: $41.15 - $58.98Employee Group: ONA Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions Reporting Relationship: Manager, Adult Inpatient Mental Health Responsibilities: R.N. responsibilities for the assessment and treatment of mental health patients in the acute phase of the illness. Effective use of the primary care nursing model. Ability to perform mental status examination and crisis intervention. Resource/team leader responsibilities. Individual/group counselling, individual supportive intervention and therapeutic group activities Nurses may be reassigned to other mental health units as per the Collective Agreement Qualifications: Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current BCLS/CPR certification required. Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing required or willingness to obtain when eligible to do so. BScN or a degree in health sciences preferred. Minimum 2 years recent mental health nursing experience is preferred Formal CPI certification preferred. Funding/payment for certification is the individual's responsibility with guidance from the Hospital. Excellent psychiatric assessment and risk assessment skills. Phlebotomy skills an asset. Experience with chronically mentally ill patients. Understanding of functional psychiatric illnesses, addictions and treatments. Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and RAI-MH assessment. Crisis intervention skills. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with an ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. Must be able to effectively work in a stressful fast paced acute patient care environment. Excellent attendance and discipline free record required. An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices. Why choose Humber River Health? At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health. Recruitment Fraud Notice: Humber River Health does not request fees or payment from applicants as part of the recruitment process. If you receive suspicious recruitment-related advertising, communication, or content that does not appear to come from Humber River Health, please report it to hr@hrh.ca with any relevant details, screenshots, or links.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and current BCLS/CPR certification are required; a Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing certificate is required or must be obtained when eligible. A BScN or health sciences degree, at least two years of recent mental health nursing experience, and CPI certification are preferred, along with strong psychiatric and risk assessment, crisis intervention, and communication skills.