Nurse - Intensive Case Management Team (RN/RPN)

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Mental Health & Substance Use Nurse in a vibrant community setting. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety, delivering essential mental health services, and collaborating with clients and families. You'll leverage your nursing expertise to create and implement rehabilitation programs, making a meaningful impact on individuals' lives. With a commitment to continuous improvement and quality care, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop professionally while supporting those in need. Embrace a rewarding career where your skills can shine and make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Up to $20,000 signing bonus

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized nursing program required.
• Two years of MHSU nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and addictions services in community settings.
• Develop and implement clinical services and rehabilitation programs.

Skills

Effective Communication

Mental Health Treatment

Crisis Intervention

Team Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Medication Administration

Behavioral Management Techniques

Education

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Minimum of two years MHSU nursing experience

Current CPR certification

Job description

Nurse - Intensive Case Management Team (RN/RPN) - (210272)

PH Mental Health & Addiction Services - Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

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

Shift Start Time/End Time: 08:30-19:00

Days Off: Monday

Vacancy Type: Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE: 1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 75

Planned Start Date: Feb. 17 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): May. 31 2025

Pending Return of Incumbent: Yes

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.

This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!