Nurse - Intensive Case Management Team (RN/RPN)

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Nanaimo is seeking an experienced RN/RPN to work in the Intensive Case Management Team. You will provide mental health and substance use services in community settings, coordinate care with families and partners, and support client rehabilitation plans across multiple sites.

The role requires hospital-based nursing experience, BC RN/RPN registration, CPR certification, and strong communication and crisis intervention skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized nursing program with at least two years of adult or child/youth MHSU nursing experience.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN or RPN; CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of PSR model, assessment, case management and motivational interviewing.
• Knowledge of community MHSU programs, services and collaboration with primary care physicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide core mental health and addictions services including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and support.
• Develop and maintain rehabilitation programs based on client plans.
• Work in community settings and collaborate with clients, families and community resources.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Caseload management

Substance use interventions

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation & reporting

Education

Nursing degree

BC RN or RPN registration

CPR certification

MHSU/community experience

Job description

Nurse - Intensive Case Management Team (RN/RPN) - (232994)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1900

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

0.84

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

60

Planned Start Date

Aug. 21 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the general direction of the team leader or designate, serves as a Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Nurse in a multidisciplinary Intensive Case Management Team. Services are primarily provided in community settings but may also occur in facility settings as required. Provides core mental health and addictions services including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support for clients in partnership with client, family and community health care resources. In response to an identified client rehabilitation plan, develops, plans, implements, and maintains a full range of clinical services and client centered rehabilitation programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus a minimum of two years adult or child/youth MHSU nursing experience. A minimum of six months of experience supporting clients with substance use issues in a community setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Current CPR certification required.

Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model; assessment and treatment and case management methodologies; including motivational interviewing. Knowledge of relevant legislation. Knowledge of community MHSU programs, services, resources and promotion. Knowledge of other health disciplines (including primary care physicians) and their role in client care.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Demonstrated ability to use the nursing process in mental health treatment programs i.e. such as assess (physical, mental/physiological/functional and environmental), plan, implement, make decisions, organize, prioritize, evaluate and communicate as required;
• Ability to administer and monitor the side effects of psychotropic medications;
• Ability to work independently in a community setting;
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment;
• Demonstrated ability to practice initiative, good interpersonal, crisis intervention, leadership and teaching skills, and effective communication and counseling with individuals, families and groups; and demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Ability to manage aggressive behaviour and to use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques where appropriate;
• Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves;
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job;
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Program

travel is a requirement, there may be times when you will need to use your personal vehicle to transport clients.A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are herein BC! Island Health, alongside BC'sother health authorities, is implementing mNPRsas a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.