EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Registered Practical Nurse will be responsible for coordinating and delivering nursing care associated within a residential care setting. This role will also be responsible for providing crisis intervention (clients and public), client behaviour management and supportive counselling skills within their scope of practice.

Delivering client care according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Nursing Practice. Providing ongoing client care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning implementation and evaluation. Formulating and implementing client care plans.

Safely implementing physician’s orders. Maintaining current progress records on clients according to legal and ethical standards. Decide and initiate on course of action in case of medical emergencies Providing supportive counselling to clients, families and/or significant others on typical recovery issues.

Maintain a therapeutic workplace on the unit conducive to the client learning productive patterns of living.



Providing ongoing health teaching to clients in relation to common health problems and the clients maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Actively participate with team members in the assessment, planning and evaluation of the client and his care.

Assisting the public with crisis intervention and information on addiction. Perform other duties as outlined on shift duty lists and as assigned by the Manager of Nursing and Patient Care. Comprehensive benefits package including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, plus $600 for various paramedical services ("e.g., massage, physiotherapy") ~24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health ~ Competitive paid time off, with an extra paid day off for your birthday, offered to eligible employees ~ Float Days and Recognized Statutory Holidays, providing additional flexibility and time off for eligible employees ~ Access to in-house fitness facilities or discounted gym memberships ~ Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Education Support Assistance program ~ Supportive relocation opportunities due to our nationwide presence ~ Defined Benefit pension plan with up to a 4% employer contribution ~ Maternity and parental leave top-up ~ Discounts available at Kids & Co.

Daycare. Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position by analyzing application materials and generating recommendations to support human decision-making. EHN Canada is an employment equity employer.

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