Launch nursing practice with CAMH’s Nursing Graduate Guarantee, developing mental health and addictions care skills through a supported 12-week residency.
This Registered Practical Nurse opportunity is designed for newly graduated nurses entering CAMH’s Emergency Department program. The unit specializes in crisis management and acute mental health care, serving diverse client populations. Residents receive support during learning and development, with consideration for permanent full time or part-time employment after residency. Applicants do not need emergency or mental health experience, but must show interest and aptitude for the clinical setting.
Key Responsibilities: Deliver direct mental health and addictions care
Build nurse-client relationships through effective communication
Liaise with CAMH and community services to coordinate care
Engage in reflective practice and program development
Support recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and crisis-focused care
Requirements: New graduate eligibility under Ontario Ministry initiative requirements
CNO registration or temporary class license pathway
No Ontario nursing position during the previous six months
Ability to serve diverse cultural and social backgrounds
Previous mental health or addictions placement is an asset
Build Emergency Department nursing capabilities in assessment, crisis intervention, addictions care, and collaborative communication with CAMH teams.