Current Certificate of Registration ~ College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (HCP) certificate required (within the last twelve months)
Current Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate an asset
Minimum (1-2 year) experience in Mental Health and Addictions (within last 2 to 3 years) required
Minimum (1-2 year) experience in Community Mental Health and Addictions is an asset
Certification from the Canadian Nurses Association in psychiatric/mental health nursing is required (Certified in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (CPMC) is an asset)
Knowledge of psychiatric conditions, psychotropic medication, related side effects, symptom management and health teaching required