Registered Practical Nurse - Crisis Critical Care Unit 4

The Acute Care Program is currently seeking a Part time, Permanent Registered Practical Nurse to work on Crisis Critical Care Unit 4 (formerly GPUB-PICU). This is an exciting and unique professional opportunity!

You will help contribute to development of programming and clinical processes,

The model of care on the unit will emphasize treatment of concurrent disorders and patient engagement in therapeutic programming and you will have opportunities for capacity building and skill development.

As a member of an inter-professional team, you will:

provide client-centred psychiatric and general nursing care for clients experiencing a variety of mental health issues and addiction;

ensure the security and safety of the inpatient unit and practice in accordance with CNO standards of nursing practice, CAMH policies and procedures, the CAMH Practice Model of Care;

collaborate with the interprofessional team to perform assessments, develop, implement and evaluate the plan of client care;

contribute to program development; and

provide education, support and supervision to students.

We are looking for a passionate RPN who:

has sound knowledge of emergency psychiatry, crisis intervention, severe and persistent mental illness, addiction issues, and trauma issues;

has demonstrated ability to make behavioural observations, complete mental status assessments, monitor patient’s response to pharmaceutical and care interventions, document and provide ongoing communication within an interprofessional team;

has demonstrated ability to intervene effectively in clinical situations requiring the management of disturbed behavior; and

possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This position requires day, evening, night and weekend rotations. This position is located 1051 Queen Street West.

The successful candidate must be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. A current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is also required.The ideal candidate must have medication administration certification or have completed a Registered Practical Program diploma program that included medication administration. Experience working with individuals from diverse ethno cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds is also required. Computer literacy is required. Psychiatric nursing experience with individuals with mental illness and/or addictions is an asset. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing and addiction issues and the Mental Health Act. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is an asset.

If you are interested in this position, please ensure that you apply before 5pm EST of the closing date. If your application is received past 5pm EST of the closing date, your application will not be accepted.

Salary Range: $32.42 – $38.33 per hour

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.
CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.
CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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