This vacancy is Reposted. Candidates who have previously appliedfor this position are required to resubmit their application.

This position will involve working the day, night, and weekendshifts. The shift is not to be interpreted as a guarantee.

Why Join Us?

- ImpactfulWork: Your leadershipwill directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a valuesbased team environment.
- CompetitiveCompensation: We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud toparticipate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pensionplan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believethat a strong pension recognizes ouremployees, like you, and provides a reliable foundation for your future as partof our overall compensationpackage. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. As your employer, we alsocontribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part ofachieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported andadvanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples ofNorthwestern Ontario.

Our Vision

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patientsand families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive toindividual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating acaring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicantsare required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Reporting to the Manager of Forensic Mental Health,



the successfulapplicant will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to complex patient populations whose outcomes are notpredictable on the Adult, Forensic and Child & Adolescent Mental Health units. As part of inter professionalhealth care teams, the Mental Health Nursing Resource Team (MHNRT) Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will practice withinthe Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the philosophy of patient and family centered care, aswell as the mission, vision, values and policies of

Applicants must have the following qualifications

- Current unrestricted registration as a Registered PracticalNurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or the ability to becomelicensed with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current certification in BCLS
- Recent knowledge of forensic mental health nursing in an acutecare setting
- Knowledge of current legislation related to the Criminal CodeofCanada Part XX.1 Mental Disorder, the Mental Health Act, and the Health Care Consent Act
- Knowledge of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation or asimilar recovery based model of care

In addition to the above qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who:

- Have a certification, or recent continuing education in MentalHealth / Psychiatric Nursing

Applicants must have the following qualification

- Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse withthe College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current certification in BCLS
- Recent experience in Mental Health nursing in an acute caresetting
- Knowledge of current legislation related to the Criminal Codeof Canada Part XX.1 Mental Disorder, the Mental Health Act, and the Health Care Consent Act
- Ability to use the Nursing Process (assessment, planning,implementation, evaluation)



in conjunction with her/his basic and ongoing knowledge to arrive at individualized careplanning and delivery
- Collaborates and provides consult to Registered Practice Nurse's(RPN) when patients assigned to the RPN become unstable or have outcomes that are not as expected
- Identify and recognize abnormal or unexpected patient responsesand take appropriate action
- Ability to simultaneously manage multiple nursing interventions
- Strong interprofessional and communication skills

In addition to the above qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who:

- Have a certification, or recent continuing education in MentalHealth/Psychiatric Nursing
- Knowledge of the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation or asimilar recovery based model of care

Salary Range: $38.011 to 39.019

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety andsecurity of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to externalcandidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure theabsence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health& Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct.

Regular attendance atwork is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered forthis position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, andaccessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued,respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serveand encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Additionally weare identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, theHospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.

📌 26RPN-PT (.5) MH Nurse Resource Team (Northeastern Ontario)
🏢 THUNDER BAY REGIONALHEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE
📍 Northeastern Ontario