University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
Provide compassionate and competent care for patients experiencing psychiatric emergencies within a multidisciplinary team. Perform assessments and implement nursing processes to achieve patient goals while adhering to professional and ethical standards.
Company Description UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital.
With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre.
As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.
UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine.
UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
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Job Description: Union: TW ONA
3 New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Toronto Western Hospital Department: Psychiatric Emergency Services Unit (PESU) Reports to: Nurse Manager Hours: Variable as required Wage range: $41.15 to $58.98 per hour (start rate non-negotiable) Status: Casual Shifts: Variable as required (Days, Nights, Weekends, Stat Holidays)
Closing Date: July 30, 2026
As a member of the Psychiatric Emergency Services Unit nursing and multi-disciplinary team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The services of the Psychiatric Emergency Department help to provide safe, comprehensive assessment and treatment for those suffering from psychiatric emergencies. The RN works with a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, RNs, clinicians, crisis workers, PAs and students. Specifically, the RN in Psychiatric Emergency will be located in the Emergency Department in an area designed to manage and assess Mental Health Emergencies.
Applying knowledge of nursing process, as it relates to scope of practice, to achieve identified patient goals when overall care needs are less complex, outcomes are predictable and risk of negative outcomes is low Identifies and recognizes abnormal or unusual patient responses and consults with the RN or other members of the health care team Provides aspects of care for highly complex patients when in close consultation with the registered nurse directing the patient’s care Ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedure Demonstrating commitment to professional life long learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession Performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient care Performing cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and/or requested.
Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) certification Two (2) years experience in Mental Health, Acute Mental Health preferred Excellent psychiatric assessment skills Understanding of psychiatric disorders, individual development, and family dynamics Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Exceptional decision making and problem solving skills B. Sc. N. preferred Canadian Nurses Association Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing preferred NVCI training preferred Previous experience in acute mental health nursing preferred Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment preferred
Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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Requires current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario and BCLS certification. At least two years of experience in mental health is required, with a B.Sc.N. and specialized certifications preferred.
Market context
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