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(PERMANENT PART-TIME) REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - GERIATRIC DEMENTIA UNIT (GDU)Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences • Whitby, Durham Region, CA
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(PERMANENT PART-TIME) REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - GERIATRIC DEMENTIA UNIT (GDU)

(PERMANENT PART-TIME) REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - GERIATRIC DEMENTIA UNIT (GDU)

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences • Whitby, Durham Region, CA
20 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses. The role is set within the Geriatric Dementia Unit (GDU) and requires a recovery‑focused, compassionate approach to patient care and advocacy.

Assignment Details

The unit serves seniors over 65 with dementia and disruptive behaviour, with a goal of community reintegration. The RPN must be capable of working in any area of Ontario Shores as patient needs dictate.

Responsibilities

  • Provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses using a recovery focused model of care.
  • Conduct assessment, stabilization, treatment and management of challenging behaviours in the GDU population.
  • Assist with the transition and community reintegration of patients.
  • Serve as an active member of an interprofessional team, demonstrating effective communication and collaboration skills.
  • Implement and model the Recovery philosophy, acting as a Recovery Champion across all aspects of care.
  • Perform the physical demands required of the position, including assistance with mobility and positioning.
  • Work shifts and maintain a good attendance record.

Qualifications

  • Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing.
  • Currently hold Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of CNO Standards of Practice and commitment to reflective practice standards.
  • Knowledge of Canadian Standards for Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nursing and relevant policies and legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, PHIPA).
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Competence within the full scope of Registered Practical Nurse practice, including assessment, care planning, medication administration, interventions and documentation.
  • Working knowledge and experience with computers; Meditech experience preferred.
  • Ability to implement and model the Recovery philosophy as a Recovery Champion.
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational, problem‑solving, decision‑making, conflict resolution and critical thinking abilities.
  • Physical ability to meet the demands of the role.
  • Good attendance record with the potential to maintain the standard.
  • Ability to work shifts as required.
  • Encouraged to complete RPN Mental Health certification within five years of hire.
  • Recent psychiatric nursing and/or seniors experience in a mental health facility, long‑term care facility or related service preferred.
  • Ability to work with clients of diverse ethno‑racial and cultural backgrounds; proficiency in a second language is an asset.

Additional Information

Link to OPSEU Wage Table. This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

Job Posting Closing: May 7 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

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