Crisis Services Nurse (RN/RPN) - (214736)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in southwestern British Columbia is seeking a Crisis Services Nurse. This role involves crisis intervention, nursing assessments, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a strong background in mental health and substance use management, along with effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years of recent experience in mental health nursing.
• Knowledge of mental health legislation and community programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization for clients.
• Conduct nursing and clinical assessments.
• Consult and refer clients in crisis situations.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Empathy

Education

Post-basic education in psychiatric nursing

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Crisis Services Nurse (RN/RPN) - (214736)

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

As a member of a multidisciplinary care team in various community settings, the Crisis Services Nurse provides crisis intervention and stabilization, nursing and clinical assessments, consultation, and referrals for clients presenting in person, by referral, or via the Crisis Services Network, dealing with mental health and/or alcohol and drug use crises.

Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN. Recognized post-basic education related to psychiatric nursing and/or mental illness; at least two (2) years of recent related experience. Strong understanding of mental health, alcohol and drug use/withdrawal management, and concurrent disorder issues. Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act. Familiarity with available community programs, their interrelationships, and their role in delivering care to individuals with mental illnesses, addiction, and/or concurrent disorders. Knowledge of mental health and substance use triage, assessments, crisis intervention strategies, and community dynamics; or an equivalent combination of education and training.

Skills and Abilities

• Apply the nursing process as per BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in crisis intervention and substance use/withdrawal management.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Work effectively with others.
• Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and teaching skills.
• Exercise sound judgment, with good observation and client assessment skills, tact, and empathy.
• Work independently in various settings, demonstrating initiative with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Promote positive change and independence among clients.
• Prioritize and organize client demands and care needs.
• Physically and emotionally perform the duties of the position.
• Operate a personal computer with Windows-based software.
• Foster good public relations.
• Operate related equipment.
• Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development as required by the employer.

Island Health, also known as Vancouver Island Health Authority, is the publicly funded healthcare provider in southwestern British Columbia.

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