Registered Practical Nurse - Crisis Program - Mental Health - TFT (1.0 FTE) (252772-67) Position Available: Registered Practical Nurse Temporary Full-Time (1.0 FTE) This position falls under the part-time Collective Agreement Department: Mental Health - Crisis Program Shifts: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, Extended Hours Posting Date: September 29, 2026 About Joseph Brant Hospital: Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers. JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital.

JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people.

The Registered Practical

Nurse provides care for patients in accordance with the mission, vision and values of JBH and the Mental Health and Addiction Program, the standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario, and the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nursing (CFMHN) Standards. The principles of person-centred care,



recovery and trauma informed care is foundational to this specialized nursing practice. As a member of the inter-professional team, the RPN is responsible for the provision of quality, holistic, specialized care.

The RPN provides safe, evidence-based therapeutic interventions across the care continuum. The RPN completes assessments, plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions, documents and evaluates interventions. The RPN models professional leadership and provides decision-making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter-professional team.

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) is preferred CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) is required Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience with demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability in the care of patients with serious mental illness required Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act, Consent and Capacity, and other legislation relevant to the practice of psychiatric/mental health nursing is required Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations,



professional standards and guidelines, JBH corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures, including successful completion of WHMIS training Knowledge of documentation standards, privacy legislation, and health record management processes Demonstrated knowledge of the assessment and management of co-morbid medical disorders Proficient computer skills including successful completion of Resident Assessment Instrument – Mental Health (RAI-MH) training upon hire Demonstrated leadership, superior problem solving, critical thinking skills and strong team building skills Demonstrated ability to prioritize care and make informed autonomous decisions; Psychiatric Emergency Service-specific Qualifications: Previous experience in an emergency psychiatry or emergency care setting preferred Experience and knowledge in treatment of addiction and withdrawal an asset Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free setting by letting us know if you require accommodation. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. #

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