Registered Nurse - W2

Position Details Job Number: JR01735 Department: Schizophrenia Waterfall 2 This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 13 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: ONA Local 75 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $41.15 - $58.98 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Sunday Time of Day: Days, Nights Shift: Hours -12, Hours - 7.5 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-08-20 Closing Date: 2026-08-27 Job Description Unit Profile: The Schizophrenia & Community Integration Service inpatient units offer comprehensive assessment treatment rehabilitation and discharge planning. The individuals served have an Axis 1 diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and have diverse and complex psychiatric behavioural functional psychosocial legal and physical needs requiring specialized service. An inter-disciplinary team approach is utilized along with other best practices including the use of anti-psychotics therapeutic relationship primary nursing family and client education peer support and supported employment. Position Summary: The Registered Nurse provides care for patients in accordance with the mission vision and values of SJHH and the Mental Health and Addiction Program (MHAP) the standards of practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nursing (CFMHN) Standards. Nurses in the MHAP are committed to the alleviation of stigma and discrimination related to mental health and addiction as well as reduction of the use of seclusion and restraint in all our services. The principles of person-centered nursing recovery and trauma informed care is foundational to this specialized nursing practice. As a member of the inter-professional team the RN is responsible for the provision of quality holistic specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses. The RN provides safe evidence-based therapeutic interventions across the care continuum. The RN completes assessments plans and organizes treatment/therapeutic interventions documents and evaluates interventions. The RN models professional leadership and provides decision-making support by collaborating and delegating within the inter-professional team. Qualifications: •Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required. •CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) preferred •Current CPR certification is required. •CPI – Crisis Prevention Training (or successful completion as part of clinical orientation) is required. •Minimum of one year of recent mental health nursing experience with demonstrated knowledge skill and ability in the care of patients with serious mental illness preferred. •Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act Consent and Capacity and other legislation relevant to the practice of psychiatric/mental health nursing is required. •Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations professional standards and guidelines SJHH corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures including successful completion of WHMIS training. •Knowledge of documentation standards privacy legislation and health record management processes. •Demonstrated knowledge of the assessment and management of co-morbid medical disorders (ie. diabetes metabolic monitoring etc.) •Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Status Examinations (MSE). •Demonstrated knowledge of individual counseling and group skills (ie. DBT MI IPT CBT Behavioral Activation). •Knowledge of risk assessment and management including knowledge of trauma informed care and alternatives to seclusion and restraint and associated risks. •Knowledge and practice of safe and secure environment for clients/families/teams by listening discussing exploring clarifying and acting on their concerns needs and priorities. •Proficient computer skills including successful completion of Resident Assessment Instrument – Mental Health (RAI-MH) training upon hire. •Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to crisis intervention and conflict resolution. •Demonstrated leadership superior problem solving critical thinking skills and strong team building skills. •Demonstrated interpersonal and de-escalation skills. •Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacology including current psychotropic medications and side effects. •Good attendance and work record are essential Schizophrenia Service-specific Qualifications: •Knowledge and expertise in the application of the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation is required. PSR Level 1 is an asset. St. 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. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([email protected]).

The Registered Nurse provides holistic, specialized nursing care for patients with complex mental illnesses in an inpatient setting. They are responsible for conducting assessments, planning therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with an inter-professional team to support patient recovery.

Candidates must have current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and at least one year of recent mental health nursing experience. Proficiency in crisis intervention, documentation standards, and knowledge of relevant mental health legislation is required.

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• Psychiatric nursing
• Mental health assessment
• Crisis intervention
• De-escalation
• Trauma informed care
• Psychopharmacology
• Patient assessment
• Care planning
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Mental status examinations
• Conflict resolution
• Documentation
• Evidence-based practice
• Patient education
• Psychosocial rehabilitation
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Therapeutic Interventions
• Client Education
• Trauma Informed Approaches
• De-escalation Techniques
• Crisis Prevention
• Waterfall Methodology
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Discharge Planning
• Psychiatry
• Antipsychotics
• Mental Health
• Management
• Medical Records
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Decision Making
• Software Documentation
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Resolution
• Crisis Intervention
• Critical Thinking
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Leadership
• Holism
• Problem Solving
• Mental Diseases
• Mental Status Examination
• Mental Health Nursing
• Rehabilitation
• Nursing Care
• Nursing Practices
• Nursing
• Psychiatric Rehabilitation

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Registered Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

36 hours per week