Community Mental Health & Addictions Nurse – ACT Team

Island Health; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse to provide core services in community and facility settings. The candidate should possess a recognized nursing qualification, recent experience in psychiatric nursing, and be registered with the BC College of Nurses. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment, and support in client rehabilitation. This role demands effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to manage crisis situations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults.
• Minimum of six months experience supporting mental health clients in community settings.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse in community settings.
• Provides mental health and addictions services including assessment and treatment.
• Develops and maintains clinical services for client rehabilitation.

Skills

Clear communication

Nursing process in mental health

Administration of psychotropic medications

Independent work in community settings

Teamwork and cooperation

Crisis intervention techniques

Critical thinking and problem solving

Behavioral management techniques

Adaptability to change

Ability to operate equipment and computer systems

Education

Graduation from recognized nursing program

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Tools

Psychotropic medications

Computer systems

Job description

A regional health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse to provide core services in community and facility settings. The candidate should possess a recognized nursing qualification, recent experience in psychiatric nursing, and be registered with the BC College of Nurses. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment, and support in client rehabilitation. This role demands effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to manage crisis situations.