Registered Practical Nurse (TFT 0.8 FTE)

About The Royal

As one of Canada's foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

About the Role

Long Term Care

Royal Ottawa Place is a 64-bed long-term care facility located at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. It provides a home-like environment for adults with stable mental illness and/or physical limitations. The facility is divided into four home areas, each supporting 16 residents, with an average age of 65 years.

Qualifications

• Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice.
• Understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
• CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
• Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Technical skills such as glucometer reading, vital signs, injection skills, physical assessment/mental health assessment, catheterization, medication administration, O2 administration, basic wound care, suctioning, safe patient handling, bladder scanning, ECT recovery, skin care and feeding.
• Ability to develop therapeutic relations with patients.
• Ability to function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team.
• Basic computer skills required.

Preferred:

• Two years recent experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing.
• Knowledge and experience working with individuals with substance use disorders (identifying signs and symptoms of withdrawal or intoxication from substance use).
• Experience facilitating groups.
• Experience working with patients with concurrent disorders.
• Current knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring and positions techniques.

Language Requirements

English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.

Position Information

Posting Number: ROM26-232E

Position Status: Temporary Full-time

Contract End Date: 12/31/2026

FTE: 0.8

Job Schedule: Evenings

Department: Long Term Care

Union: CUPE Local 942

Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre

Level of Police Check: Vulnerable Sector Check

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary Range: $37.24 to $39.02 per hour

Additional Information

All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.

All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.

The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.