Registered Nurse

Union: ONA

New or Replacement: Replacement

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Inpatient Mental Health Unit

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Wage Range: $41.15 - 58.98 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Shifts: Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: July 16, 2026

Duties

• Develop therapeutic alliance with clients, collaborate with team members and the client regarding a treatment plan and implement the plan.
• Manage patients who at times exhibit disorganized, dis-inhibited or aggressive behavior, knowledge of ECT procedures and pre/post assessment.
• Conduct mental status assessment, peer consultation; administer psycho‑tropic medication and monitor side effects; discharge planning.
• Provide patient and family support, co‑facilitate groups with the interdisciplinary team.
• Group facilitation skills would be an asset.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) certification.
• Two years’ experience in inpatient psychiatric setting required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Superior communication skills.
• Emerging leadership abilities.

Why join UHN?

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.).
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan.
• Wellness services & offerings.
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service.
• 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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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.