Outreach Mental Health Nurse—Intensive Case Management

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Strathcona Regional District is seeking a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse to provide essential care in community settings. The ideal candidate will have a nursing background with psychiatric experience, focusing on client assessment, treatment, and collaboration with healthcare resources. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives is required. This role involves teamwork and initiative to enhance client rehabilitation programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults.
• Experience supporting mental health clients in a community setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide core mental health and addictions services including assessment and treatment.
• Develop and maintain clinical services and rehabilitation programs.
• Serve as a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse in multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication

Nursing process application

Medication administration and monitoring

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Critical thinking

Behavior management

Adaptability to change

Equipment operation

Education

Graduation from recognized nursing program

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Current CPR certification

Job description

A leading health authority in Strathcona Regional District is seeking a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse to provide essential care in community settings. The ideal candidate will have a nursing background with psychiatric experience, focusing on client assessment, treatment, and collaboration with healthcare resources. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives is required. This role involves teamwork and initiative to enhance client rehabilitation programs.