Reporting to the Program Manager, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced clinical nursing care and acts as a key primary care resource for geriatric patients within a specialized mental health setting. Working independently within the full scope of NP practice, the NP delivers comprehensive assessments, evidence-based interventions, and expert triage services for older adults with complex mental health, cognitive and medical needs. Conduct intake assessments, including medical/psychiatric history, mental status exams, and medication reconciliation.

Determine program eligibility and complete admissions in the electronic health record (EHR). Develop initial care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Liaise with community providers to ensure continuity of care.

Provide primary and psychiatric care, including prescribing and monitoring medications. Lead health promotion and education initiatives for patients and caregivers. Participate in quality improvement, mentorship, and advocacy to strengthen geriatric mental health services.





Master's degree in nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required. Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or a Nurse Practitioner – Adult (NP-Adult) is required. Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).

Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of qualified role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury. Able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation and incorporation of this legislation into practice (Mental health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Act, PHIPA and CSA). Have met the Royal nursing and hospital standards for mandatory education (CPR, WHIMIS, Fire Safety and Evacuation Training).

English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing. French level A- is mandatory in oral expression and oral comprehension. #

📌 RN Temporary: Flex I- A Medical (Ottawa)
🏢 The Royal
📍 Ottawa