Scarborough Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
The Registered Practical Nurse will provide specialized comprehensive services in Mental Health to the Adult Inpatient units and Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. Responsibilities include facilitating care, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and participating in program development and evaluation.
$35.753 - $39.019 Hours: All Shifts
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care.
Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities.
We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east.
We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals.
SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more.
We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026.
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Working as a member of the inter-professional team, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will provide specialized comprehensive services in Mental Health to the Adult Inpatient units & Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at the Centenary Hospital. The scope of the role will include nursing expertise in Adult Mental Health.
This position is ideal for an RPN with a passion for working in Mental Health across the ages. The successful candidate will also participate in program development, data collection and evaluation.
This posting is being used to establish a candidate pool for upcoming vacancies and does not reflect a specific vacant position.
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.