H NURSE 4 - Nurse 4A

The Team The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial mental health facility is seeking a Nurse 4A to deliver comprehensive nursing care to youth facing emotional and psychiatric challenges. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse or psychiatric nurse with at least one year of experience, skilled in direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. This full-time position requires shift work in a 24-hour facility, located in Coquitlam, British Columbia. The role offers a salary range of $72,751 - $107,808 annually.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse.
• At least 1 year of work experience in adolescent psychiatry is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to youth at the facility.
• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Perform First Aid coverage and medical support.

Skills

EMR Systems

Hospital Experience

Acute Care

ICU Experience

Nursing

Education

Registered with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)

Tools

First Aid & CPR-C

Occupational First Aid Level 1

Job description

The Team

The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre is a program of the Provincial Services Division within the Ministry of Children and Family Development. The Maples is a designated provincial mental health facility providing on-site community outreach and ancillary services to collaboratively support youth, families, and communities. The target population includes troubled youth in British Columbia aged twelve (12) to seventeen (17) with significant psychiatric, behavioral, or emotional difficulties, as well as youth found Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of Mental Disorder (NCRMD) or Unfit to Stand Trial under the Criminal Code of Canada and Youth Criminal Justice Act. Additional services include community consultation, training/capacity building opportunities, and ongoing sharing of current literature. Our multidisciplinary approach aims to enhance community capacity to care for challenging youth closer to home.

For more information about The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre, please view our short video here.

The Role

Under the direction of a Shift Supervisor or Program Coordinator, the Nurse 4A performs vital work as part of an interdisciplinary team, providing direct, comprehensive nursing care to clients at The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre. The role impacts youth, families, and communities by offering on-site community outreach and ancillary mental health services. Candidates should be passionate about joining a team committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where children, youth, and their families thrive.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Registered with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM) with a designation of RPN or RN
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C & AED
• Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds
• At least 1 year of work experience in adolescent psychiatry
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with no restrictions or equivalent from another Canadian Province

Willingness Statements:

• Shift work is required as this is a 24-hour facility. Must be able to work days, evenings, midnights, and weekends.
• Support youth who are distressed, which may involve exposure to challenging or volatile behaviors, including abusive or aggressive clients.
• Travel as necessary.
• Provide First Aid coverage and medical support for staff as required under WorkSafeBC guidelines.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [contact info].

Position Details:

• These positions have full-time on-site requirements.
• Currently, there are two (2) full-time permanent positions and three (3) temporary on-call opportunities available until 08/28/2026.
• This temporary opportunity may be extended.
• An eligibility list may be established to fill future vacancies across the province.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace that reflects the population we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available for Canadian Indigenous applicants seeking guidance on the hiring process.

How to Apply:

Your application must demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Selected candidates may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies as outlined in the Job Profile.

Cover Letter: Not required.

Resume: Must include educational background, employment history with dates, and relevant information.

Questionnaire: Must be completed as part of the application process.

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Key Skills

EMR Systems, Hospital Experience, Acute Care, ICU Experience, Dermal Fillers, Injections, Home Care, Nursing, Botox, Critical Care, Medication Administration, Tube Feeding

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Salary Range: $72,751 - $107,808 annually