Registered Practical Nurse, Trillium Acute Care / Emergency Mental Health & Addiction Service Job Category : Nursing Posted : Part-Time Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning. As a Registered Practical Nurse with Emergency Mental Health & Addiction Service (EMHAS)/Trillium Acute Care, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers.

Internal applications for this position within the UFCW bargaining unit must be received within 7 days of being posted to have seniority considered in the selection process. Provide care based on a crisis model of care with a bio-psychosocial approach in a secure environment Manage crisis and emergency situations in an Emergency Department environment Provide care to patients admitted to Trillium in psychiatric crisis requiring short stay admission to in the Intensive Care Unit and the Assessment and Stabilization program Assume Charge Nurse responsibilities as assigned, and direct the work of others Contribute to fluctuating patient care needs according to CNO standards, RNAO Best Practice Guidelines, specific program philosophy and diversified patient populations within Trillium Work from nursing care plans established by the primary nurse for each patient within Trillium Administer psychiatric, and non-psychiatric medications and treatments Assess and prevent suicide and manage aggressive behaviour through non-violent crisis intervention techniques Act as a preceptor, mentor, coach,



or resource nurse as appropriate Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and community health resources ~ Knowledge of CBT/DBT is an asset ~ Experience with group facilitation is an asset ~ Licensed as an RPN with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing ~2+ years of experience in Mental Health/Acute Assessment/Community Crisis care ~ Sound clinical judgment based on current best practices, and patient centered care ~ Current knowledge and experience of assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders, including prevention of suicide and management of aggressive behaviour ~ Previous training in boundaries, suicide awareness, and medication administration is an asset ~ Strong inter-personal skills and respectful communication style with patients, families and staff ~ Proficient computer skills, and experience working with a number of systems and software applications The starting rate of pay (Step 1) for this position is $36.62 hourly, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.

Homewood

Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion.

For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives. #

📌 Registered Practical Nurse, Trillium Acute Care / Emergency Mental Health & Addiction Service (Guelph)
🏢 Homewood Health
📍 Guelph