Position Number: 246917-67 Position Available: Registered Nurse
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Department: Mental Health - Crisis Program
Union: ONA
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Extended Tours
Posting Date: August 17, 2026 Closing Date: August 24, 2026 Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on August 24, 2026.
Position Summary: Qualifications: - Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
- BScN is preferred
- CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) is preferred
- Current BCLS 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 required
- 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, JBH 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 therapeutic relationship development and engagement
- Demonstrated knowledge of the assessment and management of co-morbid medical disorders
- Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Status Examinations (MSE)
- 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 ability to prioritize care and make informed autonomous decisions;
- Demonstrated knowledge of psychopharmacology, including current psychotropic medications and side effects
- Excellent attendance, punctuality and work record required
Psychiatric Emergency Service-specific Qualifications: - Psychiatric Emergency Service-specific Qualifications:
- Previous experience in an emergency psychiatry or emergency care setting preferred
Experience and knowledge in treatment of addiction and withdrawal an asset
Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
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