Registered Practical Nurse (Casual 0.0 FTE)

Position Information Posting Number: ROM26-177E Title: Registered Practical Nurse (Casual 0.0 FTE) Position Status: Casual FTE: 0.0 Job Schedule: Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends Department: Nursing Resource Team Union: CUPE Local 942 Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre Number of Vacancies: 10 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 Nursing Resource Team As a Resource Team RPN, you will be available to float to all units of the hospital as required. 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, safe 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 Two years recent experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing Knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring and positioning techniques Language Requirements English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset Salary Range: 37.24 to 39.02 per hour Additional Information All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications. Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below. 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.

The Registered Practical Nurse will float to various hospital units to provide specialized mental healthcare. Responsibilities include performing physical and mental health assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with an inter-disciplinary team.

Candidates must be graduates of a recognized Practical Nursing Diploma program and currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Required certifications include CPR/AED and Prevention of Violence in the Workplace training.

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• Practical Nursing
• Mental Health Assessment
• Medication Administration
• Physical Assessment
• Catheterization
• Wound Care
• Suctioning
• ECT Recovery
• Patient Handling
• Therapeutic Relations
• Inter-disciplinary Collaboration
• Computer Skills
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Injection Skills
• Glucometer Reading
• O2 Administration

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

30 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level