Community Outreach Intensive Case Management Nurse (RN/RPN)

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health authority is seeking a dedicated Community Outreach Intensive Case Management Nurse to provide essential mental health and addictions services. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality improvement while working within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include assessing and treating clients in community settings, developing individualized rehabilitation plans, and collaborating with various stakeholders. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health care and thrive in dynamic environments, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to impact lives positively.

Qualifications

• At least one year of recent psychiatric nursing experience.
• Minimum of six months supporting mental health clients in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide core mental health and addictions services including assessment and treatment.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and community resources for rehabilitation.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in nursing process for mental health treatment

Crisis intervention skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage aggressive behavior

Teamwork and collaboration skills

Flexibility to adapt to program changes

Education

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Current CPR certification

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Community Outreach Intensive Case Management Nurse (RN/RPN) - (213574)

Work Area: Community (FBA Only)

Location: Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Yes

Shift Start Time/End Time: 08:30 - 16:30

Days Off: As required

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $41.42 - $59.52

Planned Start Date: June 9, 2025

Additional Details: Pending return of incumbent; CRC required for working with children or vulnerable adults; registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives required; current CPR certification required.

Job Description

In accordance with Island Health's strategic direction, this role prioritizes patient and staff safety, emphasizing continuous quality and safety improvements. Under the supervision of the team leader or designate, the nurse serves as a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse within a multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment or intensive outreach team. Services are mainly delivered in community settings, but may also occur in facilities. The nurse provides core mental health and addictions services, including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support, collaborating with clients, families, and community resources. The role involves developing, planning, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive clinical services and client-centered rehabilitation programs based on individual rehabilitation plans.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

Recognized nursing program graduation, with at least one year of recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults with diverse mental disorders. A minimum of six months supporting mental health clients in community settings or equivalent experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as an RN or RPN. Current CPR certification.

Knowledge

• Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model; assessment, 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 and their roles 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, decision-making, organization, prioritization, evaluation, and communication;
• Ability to administer and monitor psychotropic medications and their side effects;
• Independent work capability in community settings;
• Teamwork and collaboration skills;
• Interpersonal, crisis intervention, leadership, and counseling skills;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to manage aggressive behavior using non-violent crisis intervention techniques;
• Flexibility to adapt to program changes;
• Physical ability to perform job duties;
• Operation of related equipment;
• Willingness and ability to travel as required by the program.