Registered Psychiatric Nurse

$92,685

Central Zone RA, Ponoka, Centennial Ctr MH & Brain InjPosted Oct 7, 2026

Job description

Your Opportunity: The Acute Services Units within the Adult Inpatient Program at The Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and stabilization services to individuals 18-64 years of age who have a severe and persistent mental illness and/or are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and/or addiction illness.

You will report to the Unit Manager or designate Manager. The Registered Psychiatric Nurse / Registered Nurse will provide direct nursing care following the full scope of practice as set out by the College of Alberta Registered Nurses and/or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses Alberta and the Health Professions Act.

The Registered Psychiatric Nurse / Registered Nurse will have a strong foundation in mental health and addictions. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, with due consideration provided for family and appropriate others.

You will ensure the effective operation of the unit when assuming designated responsibilities and contribute to the learning experience of students, staff, and patients. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive and relocation expense reimbursement.

For full details visit rcif-una.ca. Description: As a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), you will provide leadership through a wide variety of nursing services to patients (clients, residents) for the purpose of promoting, maintaining or restoring health, mental health and preventing mental illness, injury and disability.

You will teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and take necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care, while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta. Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Union: United Nurses of Alberta Unit and Program: Rundle House, AIP Program Primary Location: Centennial Ctr MH & Brain Inj Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 0.

53 Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 12-JUL-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Nights Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $44.56 Maximum Salary: $60.98 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited Psychiatric nursing education program.

Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support

  • Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Additional Required Qualifications: As required.

Preferred Qualifications

Keen observation and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively as a team player. Experience in a Mental Health environment is a definite asset.

Description copied from Recovery Alberta's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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