Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Nurse (RN/RPN) - (215429)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority is seeking a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse to join their dedicated community care team. This role involves providing essential mental health services, creating rehabilitation programs for clients, and collaborating with families and health resources. Ideal candidates will have a recognized nursing degree and psychiatric experience, with a focus on client-centered care. Join a supportive environment where patient safety and quality care are prioritized.

Qualifications

• At least one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults.
• Experience supporting mental health clients in a community setting.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides core mental health and addictions services including assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Develops and maintains client-centered rehabilitation programs.
• Works independently in community settings.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Crisis intervention skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Current CPR certification

Tools

Proficiency with applicable computer systems

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Under the general direction of the team leader or designate, the Mental Health & Addictions Nurse serves in a multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment or intensive outreach team. Services are primarily provided in community settings but may also occur in facility settings as required. The nurse provides core mental health and addictions services including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support for clients, in partnership with clients, families, and community health resources. Based on an identified client rehabilitation plan, the nurse develops, plans, implements, and maintains a full range of clinical services and client-centered rehabilitation programs.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus at least one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults with various mental disorders.
• At least six months of experience supporting mental health clients in a community setting or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN registrant.
• Current CPR certification required.

Knowledge

• Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model, assessment and treatment, and case management methodologies.
• Learning theories of mental disorders and intervention strategies.
• Relevant mental health and addictions legislation, including consumer rights.
• Community mental health and addictions programs, services, resources, and promotion.
• Other health disciplines (including primary care physicians) and their role in client care.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using the nursing process for mental health treatment, including assessment, planning, implementation, decision-making, organization, prioritization, evaluation, and communication.
• Ability to administer and monitor psychotropic medications' side effects.
• Ability to work independently in a community setting.
• Effective team collaboration skills.
• Initiative, interpersonal, crisis intervention, leadership, and counseling skills, with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage aggressive behavior and utilize non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
• Adaptability to program changes.
• Physical ability to perform job duties and operate related equipment.
• Proficiency with applicable computer systems.
• Valid Class 5 BC driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel between work sites.

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