Position Information
Posting Number:
ROM26-150E
Title:
Nurse Practitioner (RPT 0.4 FTE)
Position Status:
Regular Part-time
Department:
Youth Psychiatry Program
Union:
ONA Local 74 (Ottawa)
Site:
Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Level of Police Check:
Vulnerable Sector Check
About The Royal
As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.
About the Program\
Our clinic provides mental health care for young people aged 16–24 across Eastern Ontario who are living with moderate to severe mental health concerns. We exist to close the gap between child and adult services and recognize that effective treatment for complex mental health requires a full continuum of evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate care.
Our work is grounded in research, clinical knowledge, and the realities of young people’s lives. Clinicians and collaborators engage in research that advances our understanding of access to care, service use, and treatment outcomes in youth mental health.
We work alongside community organizations, schools, child welfare and primary care providers to provide coordinated care. Through these partnerships, we continually adapt our services to better support youth in returning to school, work, and meaningful daily life.
Duties:
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Perform comprehensive mental and physical assessments for patients admitted to The Royal.
- Integrate clinical findings informed by evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans
- Monitor medical complications and conditions related to psychopharmacological medication use.
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Collaborate with patients and interdisciplinary team members to identify pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to provide preventative medicine to ROHCG patients.
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Conduct routine physical health reviews and ongoing assessments.
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Provide metabolic clinical oversight related to psychotropic medications.
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Offer consultative support services to staff, extended healthcare teams, local hospitals, and health units.
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Fulfill Medical Officer responsibilities during outbreaks.
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Advocates for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices.
Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
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Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
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Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult
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Master’s preparation as a Nurse Practitioner or BSCN with specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
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CPR
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Able to meet the Standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Demonstrated achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies.
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Able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation and incorporation of this legislation into practice (Mental health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Act, PHIPA and CSA).
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Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
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Excellent written and communication skills
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English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS:
At The Royal, we are committed to supporting your health, well-being, and financial security at every stage of your career through a comprehensive total rewards package that may include:
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HOOPP, one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, helping you build long-term financial security with a predictable lifetime retirement income and valuable employer contributions.
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Competitive health and dental benefits through Medavie Blue Cross (MBC), supporting you and your family's health and wellness needs;
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Life insurance and disability coverage through Manulife, including short-term and long-term disability benefits where applicable, providing added peace of mind;
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Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Telus Health, offering confidential counselling, wellness resources, and support services for you and your eligible family members (excluded casual staff).
Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to helping you thrive personally and professionally—today, tomorrow, and throughout your career at The Royal.
Salary Range:
65.09 to 76.14 per hour
Additional Information
- All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
- The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
- All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
- The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
