Registered Practical Nurse - Adult Mental Health

Job Category: Nursing Hospital Location: Newmarket ON Job Type: Permanent, Full time Number of Positions: 1 Union: SEIU SERVICE Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $38.39 - $39.02 Why Join Our Team? A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety. Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable). Progressive health and dental benefit plans.

HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing. Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships. If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve! About the role: The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) role models clinical excellence and embodies the core competencies outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario's (CNO) practice standards, as well as adheres to the policies and procedures of Southlake Health.

The RPN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. All nurses commit to lifelong learning. What you’ll be doing: Provides patient and family-focused care within the RPN scope of practice, based on the College of Nurses of Ontario Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes. Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines, and legislation.

Communicates effectively with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team. Practices collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues. Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team. Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.

Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness. Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units. Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care. Other duties as assigned by the Manager/delegate.

What you bring: Provides patient and family-focused care within the RPN scope of practice, based on the College of Nurses of Ontario Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes. Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines, and legislation. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team.

Practices collaboratively with Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues. Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team. Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis. Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.

Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students to the clinical units. Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care. Other duties as assigned by the Manager/delegate. Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.

Regular and reliable attendance is an