Job Description

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to work in our Forensic Program. As an RPN, you will provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses by using a recovery focused model of care, built upon compassion, inspiration and hope, and to be an active and equal member of the interprofessional team.

Job Details

The position is within the Forensics Program, which comprises a Secure Forensic Service with three units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients ordered by the courts or the Ontario Review Board (ORB) who require a higher security level. The Forensic Rehabilitation Unit also serves both forensic and non‑forensic clients. The General Forensic Service includes three units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients requiring a lower security level. The Forensic Outpatient Service delivers assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients who are ordered by the courts or the ORB and reside in the community.

Please note that the vacancy is for the Forensic Rehabilitation Unit (FRU); all RPNs must be able to work in any area of the centre as patient needs dictate. FRU contains a PICA, so staff will also be required to cover those duties.

Requirements

- Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing.
- Current CPR – Health Care Provider.
- It is highly encouraged that staff complete the RPN Mental Health certification within five years of hire date.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)



Standards of Practice and a commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards as described by the CNO.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Standards for Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nursing, as well as relevant policies and legislation such as the Mental Health Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated competence within the full scope of practice of a Registered Practical Nurse in the provision of assessment, care, medications, interventions and documentation of care needs.
- Implements and models the Recovery philosophy in all aspects of care as a Recovery champion.
- Proven excellent interpersonal skills and effective oral/written communication skills.
- Demonstrated working knowledge/experience with computers.
- Meditech experience preferred.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational, problem‑solving, decision‑making, conflict resolution and critical‑thinking abilities.
- Ability to perform the physical demands of the position.
- Proven positive attendance record with the capability of maintaining this same standard.
- Must be able to work shifts.
- Recent psychiatric nursing and/or forensic experience in a mental health facility or service preferred.
- The ability to work with clients of diverse ethno‑racial and cultural backgrounds; proficiency in a second language is an asset.
- Research experience is an asset.

Link to OPSEU Wage Table

This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit and is a 12‑month contract with one vacancy available.

Job Posting Closing: July 27, 2026 at midnight. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

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📌 (TEMPORARY PART TIME) REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - FORENSIC REHABILITATION UNIT (FRU)
🏢 Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
📍 Whitby