The Royal is one of Canada’s foremost mental health care, teaching and research hospitals. Our mandate is simple: to help more people living with mental illness and addiction into recovery faster.
We combine our specialized mental health care, advocacy, research, and education to transform the lives of people living with complex and treatment-resistant mental illness.
Our Institute of Mental Health Research, affiliated with the University of Ottawa, brings together leading mental health professionals, scientists, and technology to gain a deeper understanding of the brain, and investigate innovative approaches to preventing and treating mental illness.
The Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health raises funds that help support our work. It brings together community leaders and mental health advocates to advance mental health research and education.
Program Description:
The Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) provides timely, low-barrier access to specialized mental health care. An interdisciplinary team delivers assessment, brief intervention, and stabilization supports for individuals in crisis. The clinic aims to reduce pressure on emergency departments and enhance continuity of care across the system. Services are delivered in close collaboration with partners, including police, paramedics, and local emergency departments.
This Nurse Practitioner (NP) position will have a strong focus on delivering mental health care to patients presenting to the UCC. The role will support triage, perform assessments and provide brief follow-up treatment as appropriate. The ideal candidate is skilled in crisis intervention and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties :
Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals presenting in crisis.
Works in partnership with the program psychiatrist to deliver short-term treatment plans for clients who meet appropriate criteria, working independently with appropriate oversight from the psychiatrist.
Integrates clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans.
Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes.
Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines.
Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups.
Advocates for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult
Master’s preparation as a Nurse Practitioner or BSCN with specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
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).
Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery.
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent written and communication skills
CPR
Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel may be required)
English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Program Description:
The Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) provides timely, low-barrier access to specialized mental health care. An interdisciplinary team delivers assessment, brief intervention, and stabilization supports for individuals in crisis. The clinic aims to reduce pressure on emergency departments and enhance continuity of care across the system. Services are delivered in close collaboration with partners, including police, paramedics, and local emergency departments.
This Nurse Practitioner (NP) position will have a strong focus on delivering mental health care to patients presenting to the UCC. The role will support triage, perform assessments and provide brief follow-up treatment as appropriate. The ideal candidate is skilled in crisis intervention and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties :
Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals presenting in crisis.
Works in partnership with the program psychiatrist to deliver short-term treatment plans for clients who meet appropriate criteria, working independently with appropriate oversight from the psychiatrist.
Integrates clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans.
Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes.
Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines.
Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups.
Advocates for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult
Master’s preparation as a Nurse Practitioner or BSCN with specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
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).
Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery.
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent written and communication skills
CPR
Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel may be required)
English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders
This program provides inpatient and outpatient services for individuals dealing with both substance use and mental health conditions (concurrent disorders). Services are tailored to each client’s goals and include self-referrals, making care more accessible. This position primarily supports our outpatient programs, including a partnership with community bed-based addiction treatment centers, as well as the RAAM clinic.
Duties:
Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals seeking treatment for their substance use.
Collaborate with program psychiatrist/psychologists to ensure clients with possible concurrent disorders receive psychological assessments
Implement short-term treatment plans for clients with diagnosed concurrent disorders.
Travel to Ottawa region bed-based addiction treatment facilities to provide the above services.
Integrate clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans.
Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes.
Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines.
Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups.
Advocate for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult.
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
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).
Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery.
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent written and communication skills.
CPR.
Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel is required).
English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders
This program provides inpatient and outpatient services for individuals dealing with both substance use and mental health conditions (concurrent disorders). Services are tailored to each client’s goals and include self-referrals, making care more accessible. This position primarily supports our outpatient programs, including a partnership with community bed-based addiction treatment centers, as well as the RAAM clinic.
Duties:
Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals seeking treatment for their substance use.
Collaborate with program psychiatrist/psychologists to ensure clients with possible concurrent disorders receive psychological assessments
Implement short-term treatment plans for clients with diagnosed concurrent disorders.
Travel to Ottawa region bed-based addiction treatment facilities to provide the above services.
Integrate clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans.
Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes.
Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines.
Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups.
Advocate for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult.
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
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).
Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery.
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent written and communication skills.
CPR.
Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel is required).
English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
Purpose:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced clinical nursing care and acts as a key primary care resource for geriatric patients within a specialized mental health setting. Working independently within the full scope of NP practice, the NP delivers comprehensive assessments, evidence-based interventions, and expert triage services for older adults with complex mental health, cognitive and medical needs.
Duties:
Conduct intake assessments, including medical/psychiatric history, mental status exams, and medication reconciliation.
Determine program eligibility and complete admissions in the electronic health record (EHR).
Develop initial care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Coordinate patient flow, triage referrals, and maintain accurate EHR documentation.
Liaise with community providers to ensure continuity of care.
Create and implement discharge plans, finalize documentation, and support safe transitions.
Provide primary and psychiatric care, including prescribing and monitoring medications.
Lead health promotion and education initiatives for patients and caregivers.
Participate in quality improvement, mentorship, and advocacy to strengthen geriatric mental health services.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or a Nurse Practitioner – Adult (NP-Adult) is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
Minimum of 5 year's experience.
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).
Have met the Royal nursing and hospital standards for mandatory education (CPR, WHIMIS, Fire Safety and Evacuation Training).
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing. French level A- is mandatory in oral expression and oral comprehension.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Purpose:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced clinical nursing care and acts as a key primary care resource for geriatric patients within a specialized mental health setting. Working independently within the full scope of NP practice, the NP delivers comprehensive assessments, evidence-based interventions, and expert triage services for older adults with complex mental health, cognitive and medical needs.
Duties:
Conduct intake assessments, including medical/psychiatric history, mental status exams, and medication reconciliation.
Determine program eligibility and complete admissions in the electronic health record (EHR).
Develop initial care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Coordinate patient flow, triage referrals, and maintain accurate EHR documentation.
Liaise with community providers to ensure continuity of care.
Create and implement discharge plans, finalize documentation, and support safe transitions.
Provide primary and psychiatric care, including prescribing and monitoring medications.
Lead health promotion and education initiatives for patients and caregivers.
Participate in quality improvement, mentorship, and advocacy to strengthen geriatric mental health services.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or a Nurse Practitioner – Adult (NP-Adult) is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
Minimum of 5 year's experience.
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).
Have met the Royal nursing and hospital standards for mandatory education (CPR, WHIMIS, Fire Safety and Evacuation Training).
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing. French level A- is mandatory in oral expression and oral comprehension.
