Psychiatric care expertise supports patients at Cambridge Memorial Hospital through assessment, treatment, and discharge planning. The Registered Nurse works days, evenings, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays.
This Registered Nurse provides care from Emergency Department presentation through the Inpatient Mental Health Unit. The role includes crisis stabilization, collaboration with psychiatrists, and timely disposition to discharge or the Psychiatric Care Unit. Within inpatient mental health, the RN assesses patients, develops care plans, administers treatment and medication, and connects patients with community resources. Liaison with the Day Hospital Program, CMH Outpatient Services, Emergency Department, and other inpatient units supports seamless care.
Key Responsibilities: Assess patients throughout their mental health care journey




Communicate with psychiatrists regarding stabilization and disposition
Administer treatment and medication within scope of practice
Integrate community resources into patient care plans
Support protected environments for patients, staff, and visitors
Requirements: CNO registration as a Registered Nurse in good standing
Nursing diploma or baccalaureate degree
Psychiatry and Mental Health certification or two-year commitment
Experience with severe mental illness, concurrent disorders, and addictions
Knowledge of somatic therapies and psychiatric symptoms
Bring psychiatric nursing, multidisciplinary communication, and patient-centred care skills to Cambridge Memorial Hospital’s mental health services.

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📌 Psychiatric Care Registered Nurse (Ontario)
🏢 Cambridge Memorial Hospital
📍 Ontario