Registered Practical Nurse
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Job Number
J0426-0146
Job Title
Registered Practical Nurse
Job Type
Permanent Part Time
Union
CUPE
City, Province, Country
Lindsay, Ontario, Canada
Department
Mental Health Program
Open Positions
1
Date Posted
June 22, 2026
Closing Date
June 28, 2026
Salary
$36.725 - $39.019/Hour
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Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Department/Unit/Program Description
The Mental Health Inpatient Unit is a Schedule 1 adult psychiatry short-term unit that provides assessment, stabilization and short-term treatment. The secured inpatient unit also features a dining room, group work areas and a private terrace for patients. A multidisciplinary team staffs the Unit, providing nursing care as well as treatment and activity programs.
*** Ross Memorial Hospital qualifies for the Government of Canada's Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Nurses may be eligible to receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness ***
Position Summary
The Mental Health Inpatient Unit is currently seeking a Permanent Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their team.
Effective Date: May 04, 2026
Essential Qualifications
Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Three (3) years current nursing experience in psychiatric environment working with seriously mentally ill individuals in an inpatient or outpatient setting including medication administration Where RPN College certification diploma program did not include Advanced Physical Assessment and Medication Administration, applicant must provide evidence of additional education/certification equivalent to current diploma requirements or three (3) years current nursing experience in a psychiatric environment working with seriously mentally ill individuals in an inpatient or outpatient setting including medication administration Certificate/Diploma in Mental Health Nursing Non Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate or CPI training or completed within six months of hire Current BCLS, on hire Excellent and comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment skills Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacologic treatment and protocols Skilled at verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques Experience in health teaching Basic computer skills Excellent listening, communication, interpersonal and team building skills Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and cooperatively with all levels of staff, patients and the public Demonstrated problem solving, communication, team work and critical thinking skills Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Demonstrated skill in safe/correct techniques for transferring and positioning patients Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment with continually changing priorities Ability to maximize utilization of resources Demonstrated good attendance with the ability to maintain this standard Ability to work within the Multidisciplinary Team Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Crisis Intervention techniques RAI Knowledge of community resources and referral protocols for consumers and family members Current knowledge of IPAC Standards Trained in EPIC - training can be provided, but must pass required testing.
Hours of Work
Available to work twelve (12) hour shifts, days and nights, Monday to Sunday. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.
Employment Equity
Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.
Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.
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About ROSS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ross Memorial Hospital is an active, acute-care community hospital serving more than 80,000 local residents and seasonal visitors. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The most recent expansion included the addition of MRI and Cardiac CT service. The Ross Family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Exceptional Care – Together: RMH strives to be an exceptional community hospital, valued by our patients and partners. We provide acute and continuing care, inspired by our patients and families, within a team that is committed to:
- Improving health by anticipating and responding to the health needs of the community;
- Collaborating with our health service partners, both in our community and beyond;
- Promoting a progressive and healthy work environment.
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Registered Practical Nurse
Top Benefits
About the role
To display this page you need a browser with JavaScript support.
Job Number
J0426-0146
Job Title
Registered Practical Nurse
Job Type
Permanent Part Time
Union
CUPE
City, Province, Country
Lindsay, Ontario, Canada
Department
Mental Health Program
Open Positions
1
Date Posted
June 22, 2026
Closing Date
June 28, 2026
Salary
$36.725 - $39.019/Hour
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Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Department/Unit/Program Description
The Mental Health Inpatient Unit is a Schedule 1 adult psychiatry short-term unit that provides assessment, stabilization and short-term treatment. The secured inpatient unit also features a dining room, group work areas and a private terrace for patients. A multidisciplinary team staffs the Unit, providing nursing care as well as treatment and activity programs.
*** Ross Memorial Hospital qualifies for the Government of Canada's Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Nurses may be eligible to receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness ***
Position Summary
The Mental Health Inpatient Unit is currently seeking a Permanent Part Time Registered Practical Nurse to join their team.
Effective Date: May 04, 2026
Essential Qualifications
Current RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Three (3) years current nursing experience in psychiatric environment working with seriously mentally ill individuals in an inpatient or outpatient setting including medication administration Where RPN College certification diploma program did not include Advanced Physical Assessment and Medication Administration, applicant must provide evidence of additional education/certification equivalent to current diploma requirements or three (3) years current nursing experience in a psychiatric environment working with seriously mentally ill individuals in an inpatient or outpatient setting including medication administration Certificate/Diploma in Mental Health Nursing Non Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate or CPI training or completed within six months of hire Current BCLS, on hire Excellent and comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment skills Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacologic treatment and protocols Skilled at verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques Experience in health teaching Basic computer skills Excellent listening, communication, interpersonal and team building skills Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and cooperatively with all levels of staff, patients and the public Demonstrated problem solving, communication, team work and critical thinking skills Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Demonstrated skill in safe/correct techniques for transferring and positioning patients Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment with continually changing priorities Ability to maximize utilization of resources Demonstrated good attendance with the ability to maintain this standard Ability to work within the Multidisciplinary Team Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per current Physical Demands Analysis
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Crisis Intervention techniques RAI Knowledge of community resources and referral protocols for consumers and family members Current knowledge of IPAC Standards Trained in EPIC - training can be provided, but must pass required testing.
Hours of Work
Available to work twelve (12) hour shifts, days and nights, Monday to Sunday. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.
Employment Equity
Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.
Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.
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About ROSS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ross Memorial Hospital is an active, acute-care community hospital serving more than 80,000 local residents and seasonal visitors. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The most recent expansion included the addition of MRI and Cardiac CT service. The Ross Family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.
Exceptional Care – Together: RMH strives to be an exceptional community hospital, valued by our patients and partners. We provide acute and continuing care, inspired by our patients and families, within a team that is committed to:
- Improving health by anticipating and responding to the health needs of the community;
- Collaborating with our health service partners, both in our community and beyond;
- Promoting a progressive and healthy work environment.