Position Details Job Number: JR02750 Department: Seniors Mental Health Behavioral Harbour North 1 This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Job Type
Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: ONA Local 75 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $41.15
- $58.98 Schedule Work Days: Holidays, Monday to Sunday, Weekends Time of Day: Days, Evenings Shift: Hours
- 8 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-11-05 Closing Date: 2026-11-12 Provide patient/family centered nursing care to older adults with behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. The RN will be committed to reducing and ultimately eliminating the use of restraint and seclusion. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required Previous clinical experience working with older adults with behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia with demonstrated knowledge skill and ability in: psychiatric nursing; psychotropic pharmacology; Certification in the Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) for Dementia Care Demonstrates promotion of positive relationships working in collaboration with patient/families team and community based partners in care Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous quality improvement Knowledge of the principles of Mental Health Reform in Ontario is required CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) preferred Demonstrates competence (knowledge/skills/attitude)



in the use of non-violent physical crisis interventions trauma-informed care and other best practices available to promote healing and recovery. Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous quality improvement Good work performance and attendance record are essential Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic communication and counselling with a clear ability to apply that knowledge to practice Demonstrated ability to document according to standards of nursing practice is essential Demonstrated knowledge and integration of the BPG and Recovery Principles applicable to older adults into day-to-day clinical practice Demonstrated knowledge of current psychotropic medications in the older adult population including side effects is required Demonstrated knowledge and ability to foster collegial relationships within the program's interdisciplinary team and across sectors of care Long Term Care Homes acute care community-based services etc) NOTE: The successful applicant to this position will be cross trained in order to also be able to provide shift coverage to the established sister unit – Seniors Mental Health (F1). Tours on F1 will be scheduled in conjunction with successful applicant's N1 schedule and will be determined by the needs on both N1 and F1 and will include rotating shifts. Joseph's Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain current skills, there's a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed

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