Nurse Practitioner - Acute Home Based Treatment Team, Mental Health and Substance Use

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

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for the Acute Home Based Treatment Team, focusing on mental health and substance use care. The role involves conducting assessments, managing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide in-home care. This position offers a competitive salary and a chance to make a significant impact in community health.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Career Development

Wellness Supports

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Experience as an NP preferred, but newcomers encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage treatment plans.
• Initiate treatment and prescribe medications.
• Collaborate with clients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Nurse Practitioner Registration

Job description

Nurse Practitioner - Acute Home Based Treatment Team, Mental Health and Substance Use

Join to apply for the Nurse Practitioner - Acute Home Based Treatment Team, Mental Health and Substance Use role at Vancouver Coastal Health.

Salary Range: CAD $74.48/Hr. - CAD $81.93/Hr.

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Vancouver Acute Home Based Treatment (AHBT) Team. Apply today!

About Vancouver Acute Home Based Treatment (AHBT)

AHBT provides short-term, in-home mental health and substance use care for clients aged 17 and up, offering an alternative to hospitalization. The team operates 7 days a week, providing intensive outreach post-discharge from acute care in Vancouver. The NP will work within a team-based care model alongside RNs, care coordinators, psychiatrists, and other healthcare providers, focusing on mental health, addiction medicine, and primary care.

Responsibilities of a Nurse Practitioner at VCH

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnose diseases, and manage treatment plans.
• Initiate treatment, including prescribing medications and therapeutic interventions, following statutory and employer standards.
• Provide guidance to healthcare professionals and participate as an autonomous team member.
• Collaborate with clients and professionals to assess health trends and patterns.
• Develop population health strategies and participate in policy and quality improvement activities.
• Engage in peer and self-review to evaluate service outcomes.
• Maintain professional development and clinical privileges.
• Report to an Operational Director, ensuring quality assurance and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Experience as an NP is preferred but motivated newcomers are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to perform full NP scope of practice.
• Knowledge of developmental stages, pathophysiology, psychopathology, epidemiology, pharmacology, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to evaluate research literature and implement evidence-based practices.
• Leadership skills within team settings.
• Physical ability to perform job duties.

Additional Information

All health care workers must report vaccination history as per Ministry of Health policy. Vancouver Coastal Health values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and all gender identities and sexual orientations.

Benefits include health coverage, career development, wellness supports, and recognition programs. VCH is recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Employees must apply via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub.