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Registered Psychiatric Nurse

4 months ago


Nanaimo, Canada Edgewood Health Network Inc Full time
EHN Canada is the nation's largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are. EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians. Learn more at

Be part of the work that's changing lives.

Work Hours:

Thursday and Friday , Saturday- Sunday

The Registered Psychiatric Nurses (also known as RPN) may work independently or as part of the multi-disciplinary health care team, which includes psychiatrists, physicians, nurses and clinicians. Under the direction of a Physician and the Nurse Supervisor, the RPN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care. They provide evidence-informed, trauma informed, culturally sensitive, person-centered and recovery-oriented nursing care to patients and their care providers.

Some of the duties they will perform include completing health history and mental status assessments, administering and assessing the effects of medications, responding to observed behavioral changes and implementing strategies to promote optimal mental health, physical health, and overall well-being of their patients. The RPN may also provide education on a range of mental health and addiction topics to a variety of audiences and provide assistance in the evaluation/assessment of client-related physical health problems, issues and questions.

The RPN collaborates with healthcare professionals in a safe and secure setting to provide quality patient care to patients receiving treatment for their mental health and/or addiction(s). The RPN spends much of their time in direct contact with patients.

During the course of their work, registered psychiatric nurses may be exposed to blood, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, chemicals and other safety hazards. Registered psychiatric nurses can also be exposed to potentially violent and aggressive situations when working with patients.

Salary Range based on relevant work experience: $40.21- $54.78

Psychiatric Nurse Responsibilities:

Gauging patients' psychiatric states.
Collaborating on psychiatric intervention plans.
Administering psychotropic and similar medications.
Monitoring adherence to non-medicinal treatment regimens.
Removing potentially harmful and triggering environmental features.
Recording patients' health journeys and reporting on notable alterations.
Conducting targeted psychoeducation.
General nursing duties associated with the treatment of addiction and mental health.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
24/7 Employee Assistance Program through LifeWorks
Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
Perks and discounts with Perkopolis - entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.