Geriatric Mental Health & Substance Use Outreach Nurse

Vancouver Coastal Health; Powell River; Presencial; CAD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Professional development

Pension plan

Employee wellness

Descripción de la vacante

Vancouver Coastal Health in Powell River, BC, is seeking an Older Adult Outreach Nurse to support older adults with dementia, major psychiatric disorders and concurrent conditions across hospital and community settings. You will perform psychogeriatric assessments, crisis intervention, case coordination and education to promote continuity of care.

This role emphasizes client-centered care and collaboration with families and providers.

Formación

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Ability to work with older adults with dementia or major psychiatric disorders.
• Strong collaboration with physicians, families and other health care providers.

Responsabilidades

• Perform psychogeriatric assessments and crisis intervention.
• Coordinate case management and treatment planning across care settings.
• Provide counseling and education to clients and families; support continuity of care.
• Consult with general practitioners, caregivers and staff; liaise between hospital and community.
• Facilitate individual/group sessions and share knowledge with colleagues.

Educación

BCCNM registration (RN or RPN)

Herramientas

Driver's license (BC)

Descripción del empleo

Vancouver Coastal Health in Powell River, BC, is seeking an Older Adult Outreach Nurse to support older adults with dementia, major psychiatric disorders and concurrent conditions across hospital and community settings. You will perform psychogeriatric assessments, crisis intervention, case coordination and education to promote continuity of care.

This role emphasizes client-centered care and collaboration with families and providers.