Concurrent Disorders Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)/ Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Career development opportunities

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at the HOpe Centre, North Vancouver, BC, seeks a Concurrent Disorders Nurse (RN/RPN) to provide care to clients with moderate to severe substance use issues, including co-occurring mental health disorders, within a comprehensive service system.

In a client- and family-centred model, the role is delivered through an interdisciplinary team, aligning with BC professional standards and ethics, with flexible hours as needed by operations and collective agreements.

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as RN or RPN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Two years' recent nursing experience in the related area (e.g. community mental health, substance use intervention).
• Knowledge of substance abuse and addictions treatment and of mental illness and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide concurrent nursing care to clients with moderate to severe substance use issues.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team as part of an integrated system.
• Adhere to BCCNM standards and the Code of Ethics for registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses.

Skills

Client-centered care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Substance use treatment

Psychiatric nursing knowledge

Counseling skills

CPR/NRP

Medical equipment use

Education

RN/RPN registration (BCCNM)

2+ years nursing experience

Job description

Concurrent Disorders Nurse (RN/RPN) - Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at the HOpe Centre, North Vancouver, BC

Within the context of a client and family-centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses or registered psychiatric nurses and the established vision and values of the organization, under the direction of the Manager, provides concurrent nursing care to clients who have moderate to severe substance use issues which may include co-occurring mental health disorders. This care is provided as part of a comprehensive substance use and mental health system of services.

The Concurrent Disorders Nurse works within the parameters of an interdisciplinary team and as part of a broader integrated system to deliver these services.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Education & Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Two (2) years' recent, related nursing experience in the related area (e.g. Community mental health, substance use intervention, mental health housing), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
• Knowledge of the BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice.
• Knowledge of evidence based nursing practice related to substance abuse treatment.
• Knowledge of mental illness and treatment.
• Knowledge of substance abuse and addictions treatment.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side-effects).
• Knowledge of counseling skills and group facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.
• Knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing. and deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, patients and their families, and outside agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and materials.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to geriatric mental health.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR and NRP techniques.
• Skilled in the use of equipment, and in the techniques appropriate for treatment.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.