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, you will be an integral part of a cooperative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. Provide care to stable patients recovering from a variety of addictions within a therapeutic milieu environment Contribute to stable patient care needs according to CNO standards, RPNAO Best Practice Guidelines, specific program philosophy and diversified patient populations Prioritize and function effectively in a large, demanding environment under the supervision of the Charge Nurse Provide nursing care on units and accept changing work assignments across the Addiction Medicine Program as required Administer psychiatric and non-psychiatric medications and treatments Assess for potential risks, and assist in extreme, or life-threatening emergencies Licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing ~2+ years of experience working with patients who have a broad range of addiction, and psychiatric diagnoses preferred ~ BCLS for Healthcare Providers ~ Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act,



and community mental health resources ~ Knowledge of CBT/DBT and/or group facilitation will be an asset ~ Current knowledge and experience of assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders, including prevention of suicide and management of aggressive behavior ~ Awareness and acknowledgement of the value of using measurement-based care when supporting patients/clients to help guide clinical decision making; experience an asset ~ Proficient computer skills and experience with 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. #

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse, Mental Health (Canada)
🏢 Homewood Health
📍 Canada