Position Summary

The Registered Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care under the direction of medical practitioners, registered nurses or other health team members.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current certificate of competence to practice as a R.P.N. in Ontario.
• Qualified to practice within current CNO RPN Scope of Practice guidelines.
• Must have Medication Administration Certificate from a recognized College (or in progress).
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric nursing is required.
• Must demonstrate successful completion of Physical Assessment Course.
• Post Diploma Psychiatric Program preferred.
• Demonstrates a sound knowledge of the principles of psychiatric nursing.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention model.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work
well with patients, families, all levels of staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Ability to problem solve and make effective decisions during highly stressful and potential
emergency situations.
• Satisfactory work performance and attendance record required.
• The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as
well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital. Demonstrates proficiency in written and
verbal communications skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.

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OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.