Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Sechelt; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as a Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse in Sechelt, BC. You will provide essential care to clients with mental health issues, ensuring their rehabilitation and well-being. Enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Sechelt offers a beautiful natural setting and a vibrant community lifestyle. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of others!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including MSP and dental

Career growth and training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Current registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• At least 240 hours of clinical practicum in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized direct nursing care and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop treatment plans.
• Administer medications and educate clients on their use.

Skills

Mental Health

Substance Use

Conflict Management

Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Clinical Practicum in Mental Health

Job description

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.

Come work as a Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in Sechelt, BC! Relocation assistance and staff temporary housing may also be available. Apply today to speak to a Talent Acquisition Advisor!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Psychiatric Nurse OR Registered Nurse to join the Psychiatry Inpatient team at Sechelt Hospital in Sechelt, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse with VCH, you will:

1. Provide individualized direct nursing care, discharge planning, and case coordination services to clients with severe and persistent mental illness, concurrent disorders, and/or dementia, responsible for clinical practice and client-centered rehabilitation.
2. Enhance the quality of life of clients and their families.
3. Perform physical and psychosocial rehabilitation assessments.
4. Collaborate with other healthcare providers and family members to develop, implement, evaluate, and modify treatment plans.
5. Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships based on respect.
6. Administer prescribed medications, monitor responses, and educate clients and families on medication use and side effects.
7. Maintain accurate client records according to standards.
8. Participate in team meetings, planning, and quality improvement activities, and keep your knowledge current.

Relocation assistance may be available. Nurses may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness. For more information, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/doctors-nurses/eligibility.html

About Sechelt, BC:

Sechelt is located on the traditional territories of the shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation, approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver. Accessible by ferry and a short drive, it offers natural beauty and outdoor activities like sightseeing, boating, diving, camping, and mountain biking. The community features parks, eateries, shops, galleries, and a golf course. It offers a lifestyle close to nature with short commutes and recreational opportunities.

About Sechelt Hospital:

Sechelt Hospital is a 46-bed acute care facility serving over 30,000 residents. It provides services including emergency care, dialysis, mental health and substance use services, surgical services, birthing, and imaging.

Education & Experience:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• At least 6 weeks or 240 hours of clinical practicum in a mental health setting, with coursework or equivalent experience.

Knowledge & Abilities:

• Knowledge of mental health, substance use, harm reduction, and relevant legislation.
• Understanding of person and family-centered care, trauma-informed care, recovery models, and psychosocial rehabilitation.
• Ability to perform assessments, develop care plans, and intervene appropriately.
• Skills in conflict management, documentation, and mentoring.

The hours may vary based on operational needs. All health workers must report their vaccination history as per Ministry policy.

Why join Vancouver Coastal Health?

• Comprehensive benefits, including MSP, dental, extended health, and pension.
• Career growth, training, and leadership development.
• Wellness supports such as counseling and critical incident services.
• Recognition programs and exclusive staff discounts.

VCH values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all communities, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and those of all gender identities and sexual orientations.

Vancouver Coastal Health is recognized as a top employer and diversity leader.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Current employees must apply through the internal portal; external applications are considered as new candidates.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.