DEPARTMENT: INPATIENT MENTAL HEALTHPOSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUNDUNION AFFILIATION: ONASTATUS: PART-TIME, TEMPORARY (APPROX. END DATE AUGUST 2026)REASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENTWAGE RATE: $40.24 - $57.68Reporting to the Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) works collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to provide patient care patients with acute mental health, addictions, dementia and other neurological conditions within the professional scope of practice. In keeping with a client-focused philosophy, the functions of this role are to assist patients and co-workers in achieving optimal outcomes in a protected and therapeutic environment, as well as supporting positive transitions back to the community.Skills/Abilities/QualificationsRequiredCurrent Ontario College of Nurses registration or eligibilitySuccessful completion of CNA for Mental Health or willingness to obtainRecent Psychiatric Nursing experience within the past three yearsWorking knowledge of Mental Health Act and the DSM-V-TRValid non-violence crisis intervention CourseDemonstrated ability to conduct psycho/social and mental status assessment including risk assessmentKnowledge of community resources and navigation of broader mental health systemDemonstrated ability to think critically and respond effectively to emergent situationsAbility to provide a brief solution-focused therapy modality as well as support,



advocacy and education services to patients and as needed to their support person(s)Knowledge and application of BPGs for the Older Adult including P.I.E.C.E. S., GPA and RNAO's "3D's" or a willingness to learn/accept training and integrate into practiceProvide support, advocacy and education services to patients and as needed to their support person(s)Experience and knowledge in Medication Delivery and relevant side effectsExcellent leadership, problem solving, decision making, organizational and patient assessment skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills demonstratedAbility to work cooperatively within a multi-disciplinary team settingCommitment to continuing education and agreement to take mandatory coursesPlan, develop and conduct inpatient groupsAbility to work all shifts, weekends and holidays, according to the schedule commitment to the unitRecent satisfactory performance and attendance recordAdherence to Brightshores 'CARE' Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and 'LEAD' Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassmentAdvocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudesPreferredBaccalaureate degree in nursingCanadian Nursing Association Mental Health Nursing Certificate or eligibility

📌 Registered Nurse – Inpatient Mental Health 014-26 (Owen Sound)
🏢 Brightshores Health System
📍 Owen Sound