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Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

Registered Practical Nurse

Barrie, ON, Canada

Internship

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Job type: Internship
Apply by: Nov 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

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Job Summary & Requirements

Job Summary & Requirements

RVH Adult Mental Health is a Schedule 1 Designated Psychiatric Facility. The 36 bed Acute Care Adult Inpatient Unit has an emphasis on the Recovery Model, short term assessment, stabilization and treatment. The unit includes a secure Extra Care Area with 5 beds for patients requiring close monitoring and support. An additional 5 bed Emergency Mental Health Suite is available 24 hours a day with services that include risk assessment, crisis intervention, consultation and referrals for patients experiencing acute mental health crisis. As the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) you are a professional caregiver who is responsible and accountable for providing quality patient care within a delivery model in accordance with the organizational philosophy, policies and standards of care of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, the College of Nurses (CNO), and all relevant legislation. As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements:

Education:

Registered Practical Nursing Diploma
Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing is an asset
Non-violent Crisis Intervention is required
Current CPR is required
Physical assessment certificate an asset
Knowledge in Brief Solution Focus Therapy an asset

Experience:

A minimum of three years’ experience in an acute care inpatient mental health setting required
Knowledge with the Recovery Model of Care is an asset

Competencies:

Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Knowledge of the major psychiatric disorders as identified in the DSM IV
Sound assessment skills with regard to physical assessment, mental status assessment etc.
Systems theory as it relates to family dynamics
Knowledge of the pharmacology in the treatment of major psychiatric disorders
Good problem solving skills and efficient time management skills
Ability to make decisions regarding patient care both independently and as a part of the interprofessional team
Working knowledge of diagnostic test and tools used in the Mental Health field i.e. therapeutic drug levels, Mental Status Exams, Beck Depression tests, etc.
Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act and Substitute Decisions Act
Sound documentation skills and awareness of legalities related to documentation
Strong commitment to ongoing education and professional development
Experience in acting in a preceptor role
Knowledge of community resources

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Responsibilities

Provide accountable, quality nursing care to adult mental health inpatients in accordance with organizational policies, professional standards, and relevant legislation. Support assessment, stabilization, treatment, crisis response, and patient care in collaboration with the interprofessional team.

Requirements

Requires a Registered Practical Nursing diploma, current CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, and at least three years of experience in an acute care inpatient mental health setting. Relevant strengths include psychiatric assessment and pharmacology knowledge, familiarity with mental health legislation and community resources, and strong communication, documentation, and decision-making skills.

Skills

Mental Health Nursing
Acute Inpatient Care
Patient Assessment
Mental Status Assessment
Physical Assessment
Crisis Intervention
Risk Assessment
Recovery Model of Care
Psychiatric Pharmacology
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Problem Solving
Time Management
Clinical Decision-Making
Documentation
Preceptorship

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Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
CPR
Acute Care Inpatient Mental Health
Recovery Model
Brief Solution-Focused Therapy
Psychiatric Disorders
DSM-IV
Physical Assessment
Mental Status Examination
Family Dynamics
Psychiatric Pharmacology
Interprofessional Team
Diagnostic Tests
Therapeutic Drug Levels
Beck Depression Test
Mental Health Act
Health Care Consent Act
Substitute Decisions Act
Clinical Documentation
Preceptor
Community Resources
Crisis Intervention
Risk Assessment

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