Welcome to health care that soars above. Welcome to WRHN.Internal candidates should apply through our intranet site (Lotus Link). Check the staff perks and benefits page on Lotus Link for more information.Having issues with the Job Board and the Help Menu didn't answer your questions? Email: [email protected] NOTE: If you have registered on the job board for WRHN @ Queen's Blvd you will need to use a different email address when registering at WRHN @ Midtown & @ Chicopee.Registered Nurse, Mental Health Crisis Clinic (Job ID: 6684)Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.Position Vacancy: AC DAY DAY/NIGHT - MH Crisis ClinicPosition: Part TimeRegistered Nurse (3 Positions)Hours of Work: ONA2D2N, DAYS, EVENINGS, WEEKENDSLocation: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)Position Summary :At Grand River Hospital, we work withthe communities we serve towardslife-long health and well-being for all. We exist to provide exceptional carethrough inspired people,one patient at a time. Our Mental Health & Addictions Program strives to deliver exceptional patient experience, excellent patient access, and engaged staff.The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with the patient, family, multidisciplinary team and other service providers to coordinate, facilitate and participate in assessment, treatment intervention, groups, as well as discharge planning for children and adolescents. The nurse will have charge nurse responsibilities, when required.



The nurse will also contribute to ensuring there is a safe workplace for patients, staff and visitors.Position Requirements:Current registration with the College of Nurses of OntarioBScN preferred1 -3 years' recent experience in mental health nursingCertification (CNA), Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.Experience working with children and adolescents presenting with complex mental health problems preferredStrong knowledge of Child & Adolescent Community ResourcesPractices in accordance with Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health NursingWorking knowledge of psychiatric and mental health disorders, the management of psychiatric emergencies and related psychiatric/ psychosocial interventions and treatment modelsAbility to conduct mental health status exams, risk assessments, risk management and debriefingStrong skills in biopsychosocial assessments, care planning, crisis plans, psychiatric nursing interventions and complete outcome evaluation for individual care.Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act and F&CS ActFunctions effectively & collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary teamPsychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certificate preferredDe-escalation training and Code WhiteCurrent knowledge and experience in administration/monitoring of psychotropic medicationKnowledge and skills in initial Family Assessment/Family Systems NursingKnowledge and skill in interviewing and group facilitationDemonstrated ability to work with varying ages of children/adolescents presenting a wide range of emotional and behavioural problemsCPR Certification is requiredDemonstrated skills in de-escalation,



crisis assessment and risk managementGood attendance recordWhere applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.International ApplicantsIf you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.Note : You can add more than one Email Address in 'To' field separated by comma(,)Back to Job Listing Job SummaryPositionRegistered Nurse, Mental Health Crisis ClinicCategoryNursingEmployment TypeEmployeePost Date08/21/2026SalaryCAD 41.15-58.98Close Date09/30/2026LocationCA:ON:KitchenerInvalid Address835 King Street West,Kitchener,ON,N2G 1G3,CA

📌 Registered Nurse, Mental Health Crisis Clinic (Kitchener)
🏢 Grand River Hospital
📍 Kitchener