Psychiatric Registered Practical Nurse

Deliver patient and family driven care in Mental Health Global Psychiatry at North York General, with critical thinking and communication at the centre. This permanent part time position includes eight hour night shifts and weekends.

As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will work with adults experiencing mental health illness. The role emphasizes full-scope nursing practice, assessment, patient education, prevention, and health restoration. You will organize care around patient needs while contributing to ongoing learning and continuous quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with adults experiencing mental health illness
• Function within the full scope of nursing practice
• Set priorities and organize work around patient needs
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams and families
• Maintain health and safety policies within the hospital

Requirements:

• Registered Practical Nursing diploma from a recognized community college
• Good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
• Current Medication Certificate
• Crisis Intervention and Mental Health Nursing certificates preferred

Use psychiatric care, clinical judgment, and interpersonal communication to support adults and families at North York General.