Job Description

Job Number: JR107431 Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse - Inpatient Mental Health (BIR) Union: CUPE Union: CUPE Job Category: Nurse Hospital Location: Birchmount Site Job Type: Permanent, Part time Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $36.468 - $39.8 Hours: Days, Nights

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, you will be responsible for providing excellent care to a diverse patient population. The successful candidate will also be required to work on 3B and 3C as per departmental needs.

Requirements:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS
• Minimum of two years current experience in psychiatric-mental health nursing
• CPI certification or successful completion of CPI certification within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of mental disorders and mental health nursing principles and interventions
• Informed of relevant legislation and its implication for nursing practice, in consultation with the Registered Nurse
• Able to work within the multi-disciplinary team and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to promote mental health through the use of self in the therapeutic relationship
• Demonstrated excellence in patient teaching and patient assessments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently within a Total Patient Care modality
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Strong work ethic and commitment is required
• Demonstrated high standards of work outputs
• Highly punctual
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

Asset:

• Graduate of an RPN diploma program
• Ability to speak another language is an asset

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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