Position Information

Posting Number:

ROM26-304E

Title:

Registered Practical Nurse (RPT 0.4 FTE)

Position Status:

Regular Part-time

FTE:

.4

Job Schedule:

Days/Evenings

Unit:

Mood & Anxiety Inpatient Unit

Department:

Mood & Anxiety

Union:

CUPE Local 942

Site:

Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre

Level of Police Check:

Vulnerable Sector Check

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

About the Program

The Royal’s Mood and Anxiety Program offers highly specialized assessment, consultation and treatment to people with complex and persistent mood and anxiety disorders. Reporting to the Manager, Inpatient Services, the Social Worker is responsible for providing a full range of client centered clinical services.

Qualifications

- Graduate of recognized Diploma Program in Practical Nursing;
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Knowledge of CNO Standards regarding RPN scope of practice.
- Understanding of MHA and relevant legislation.
- CPR/AED Certification within the last 2 years.
- Completion of Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training (C.P.I.) required.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Technical skills such as glucometer reading,



vital signs, injection skills, physical assessment/mental health assessment, catheterization, medication administration, O2 administration, basic wound care, suctioning, secure patient handling, bladder scanning, ECT recovery, skin care and feeding
- Ability to develop therapeutic relations with patients
- Ability to function as a member of the inter-disciplinary team
- Basic computer skills required

Preferred Qualifications:

- Previous nursing experience working in psychiatric/mental health specialization

Language Requirements

English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset

Salary Range:

37.98 to 39.80 per hour

Additional Information

- All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
- The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
- All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
- The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.

📌 Registered Practical Nurse (RPT 0.4 FTE) (Ottawa)
🏢 The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
📍 Ottawa