2600002429 - Registered Nurse

Job summary

The Registered Nurse provides crisis intervention and psychiatric assessments for psychologically and emotionally disturbed patients. They are responsible for maintaining professional nursing records and ensuring competence in current psychiatric practice.

Job details

ONA Job Title: Registered Nurse Status: Temporary Part Time Department: Crisis Intervention Global Program: Mental Health & Addictions 12, 8 Hour Shifts, days, evenings, nights, weekends Schedule (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa Wage Schedule: $41.150 - $58.980 per hour Posting Reference: 2600002429 Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health! This position is open to all qualified ONA staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 15 September 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 22 September 2026. Duties And Responsibilities Participating as a member of the Crisis Intervention Team, the Registered Nurse, CIT, is responsible for using the nursing process in providing crisis intervention and psychiatric assessment for psychologically/emotionally disturbed patients. As an individual practitioner, you are required to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice and maintain nursing records. Qualifications Registered Nurse with current Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses; Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited educational institution preferred Current BCLS/CPR certification; Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; Certification in Mental Health with the CNA; Successful completion of a Non-violent Crisis Intervention Program; Current advanced psychiatric nursing experience related to crisis intervention; Five years current acute psychiatric experience; Demonstrated knowledge in theories of personality, personality change, psychiatric assessment and treatment models; Proven to have excellent knowledge of psychiatric medication options; Proven ability to have excellent interviewing, assessment, and communication skills; Proven knowledge of Community Mental Health Resources; Demonstrated commitment to patient focused philosophy of care in a non-judgemental manner; Demonstrated strong organizational, prioritization, interpersonal and problem-solving skills; Must have satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area; At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca . Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants. Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Conditions Of Employment The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051). Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months. Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

What you’ll do

The Registered Nurse provides crisis intervention and psychiatric assessments for psychologically and emotionally disturbed patients. They are responsible for maintaining professional nursing records and ensuring competence in current psychiatric practice.

Requirements

Requires a Registered Nurse certification from the College of Nurses and five years of acute psychiatric experience. Preferred qualifications include a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing and certification in Mental Health with the CNA.

Listed skills

• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Crisis Intervention
• Psychiatric Assessment
• Nursing Process
• BCLS/CPR
• Mental Health Nursing
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention
• Psychiatric Medication Knowledge
• Interviewing Skills
• Communication Skills
• Patient Focused Care
• Organizational Skills
• Problem-solving Skills

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services