At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide nursing care and support for mental health treatment in a forensic setting.
- Company: Join the West 5th Campus team dedicated to mental health rehabilitation.
- Benefits: Full-time position with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment focused on teamwork and patient care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Qualifications: Must be a Registered Practical Nurse with psychiatric nursing experience.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Support mental health treatment and rehabilitation as a Registered Practical Nurse at West 5th Campus, Hamilton Mountain, in a full-time in-person position. Working within the Forensic Psychiatry Program, you will provide nursing care to mentally disordered adult offenders. The position includes basic assessment, treatment, preventative education, and supportive care under Registered Nurse direction. Your knowledge of psychiatric nursing, mental illness, legislation, and current treatment modalities will inform daily practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver preventative, educational, and supportive nursing care
- Complete basic assessments and treatments for assigned patients
- Use therapeutic communication and counselling approaches
- Set workload priorities and maintain required documentation
- Use non-violent physical crisis interventions when required
Requirements:
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Minimum one year recent psychiatric mental health nursing experience
- Knowledge of major mental disorders and treatment modalities
- Understanding of the Mental Health Act and relevant legislation
- Excellent problem-solving, organization, oral, and written communication skills
- Bring mental health nursing knowledge, supportive care, and clear documentation skills to Forensic Assessment Mountain 3 in Hamilton.
Mental Health Registered Practical Nurse employer: St. Joe's
At SJHH, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being and professional growth of our Registered Nurses in the Forensic Outpatient Program. Located in the vibrant Hamilton Mountain area, we offer a supportive work culture that emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to mental health advocacy. Our nurses benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive training opportunities, and a strong focus on person-centred care, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health needs.
