Housing & Health Nurse

BC Housing; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A community housing organization in Vancouver is seeking a Housing & Health Nurse to provide consultative services for clients with complex healthcare needs. The ideal candidate should hold a nursing degree and have extensive experience in psychiatric care. Responsibilities include direct service delivery, training, and crisis intervention. A valid BC nursing registration and driver's license are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with complex social and healthcare needs in a community setting.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and treatment programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and consultative services.
• Liaise with health authorities and community groups.
• Deliver training programs and crisis management services.

Skills

Knowledge of common medical conditions

Knowledge of medications

Crisis intervention skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Degree from a recognized nursing program

Current registration with BC College of Nurses

Valid BC Driver’s License

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the assigned supervisor, the Housing & Health Nurse (HHN) is responsible for providing assessment and consultative services for applicants and tenants with complex social and healthcare needs and/or behavioral problems. The HHN provides training programs and critical event stress management defusing services, and liaises with regional and community health authorities, non-profit housing societies, and co-operative housing groups. This position, registered as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), may provide direct service delivery to clients in BC Housing Programs and offer clinical oversight to other Housing and Health Services staff.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• Degree from a recognized program for Registered Nurses or Registered Psychiatric Nurses.
• Eligibility to practice nursing in British Columbia as an RN or RPN.
• Extensive experience working with individuals with psychiatric disorders and complex social/healthcare needs or behavioral issues in a community setting.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Knowledge of signs and symptoms of common medical conditions.
• Knowledge of medications prescribed for common medical conditions.
• Knowledge of signs and symptoms of common psychiatric disorders.
• Understanding of psychotropic medications, including contraindications, precautions, adverse effects, dosage, and administration routes.
• Knowledge of non-pharmaceutical treatments for psychiatric disorders.
• Skills in psychosocial rehabilitation principles.
• Understanding of various mental health and addiction housing models.
• Knowledge of substance abuse and treatment programs.
• Familiarity with community health resources and social services.
• Ability to provide consultation, crisis intervention, and coordinate referrals.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare assessment and consultation reports within deadlines.
• Capability to plan, organize, and adapt to changing workloads independently.
• Skill in establishing workload priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Competence in working with diverse populations from various socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to deliver training programs.
• Ability to provide critical event stress management services following traumatic events.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop positive relationships with agencies and service providers.
• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel and work periodic evenings; extensive travel outside the Lower Mainland may be required.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and reliable vehicle for emergency response.
• Current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Criminal Record Check clearance.