At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care to mental health patients in a dynamic inpatient setting.
- Company: Join Humber River Health, a leader in innovative healthcare since 2015.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to equity and diversity, welcoming all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with mental health experience and strong assessment skills.
The predicted salary is between 40.24 - 57.68 $ per hour.
Humber River Health is committed to changing the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity, Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.
As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!
Employment Status: Temporary Full Time
Duration: September 2026 - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions
Hours of work: Must be able to work all day, evening and/or night shifts - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions and operational needs
Hourly Rate Range: $40.24 - $57.68
Employee Group: ONA
Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions
Reporting Relationship: Manager, Adult Inpatient Mental Health
Responsibilities:
- R.N. responsibilities for the assessment and treatment of mental health patients in the acute phase of the illness.
- Effective use of the primary care nursing model.
- Ability to perform mental status examination and crisis intervention.
- Resource/team leader responsibilities.
- Individual/group counselling, individual supportive intervention and therapeutic group activities.
- Nurses may be reassigned to other mental health units as per the Collective Agreement.
Qualifications:
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Current BCLS/CPR certification required.
- Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing required or willingness to obtain when eligible to do so.
- BScN or a degree in health sciences preferred.
- Minimum 2 years recent mental health nursing experience is preferred.
- Formal CPI certification preferred.
- Excellent psychiatric assessment and risk assessment skills.
- Phlebotomy skills an asset.
- Experience with chronically mentally ill patients.
- Understanding of functional psychiatric illnesses, addictions and treatments.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and RAI-MH assessment.
- Crisis intervention skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with an ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Must be able to effectively work in a stressful fast paced acute patient care environment.
- Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
- An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset.
Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
We welcome applications from individuals of all equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.
Registered Nurse – Adult Inpatient, Mental Health in Toronto employer: Humber-River-Health
Humber River Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth within a dynamic healthcare environment. Located in the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a collaborative work culture, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement, ensuring our team members are supported in their roles while making a meaningful impact on community health.
