Registered Nurse (RN) FT

EHN Canada; Fort Steele; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide vital care for clients facing mental health and addiction challenges. Candidates should have an accredited nursing background, strong communication skills, and a passion for patient care. This position involves managing treatment plans, administering medications, and participating in comprehensive assessments within an interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Yearly allowance for mental health services

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Competitive paid time off

In-house fitness facilities

Education Support Assistance program

Defined Benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Registered Nurse program with pharmacological training.
• Active registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives.
• Experience or keen interest in mental health and addiction care.
• Current Basic CPR certification.
• Recent clinical experience, including medication administration.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Familiarity with a team-based, person-centered care approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client care according to nursing standards.
• Manage treatment plans and administer medications.
• Maintain current progress records on clients.
• Provide health teaching to clients.
• Participate in assessment, planning, and evaluation of client care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team-based care approach

Education

Registered Nurse program with pharmacological training

Active registration with British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives

Current Basic CPR certification

Job description

EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians.

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Overview

As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive assessments for clients facing mental health and addiction challenges. Your responsibilities will include managing treatment plans, offering guidance, and administering medications in accordance with all statutory and regulatory standards. Flexibility is essential, as this position requires you to work across various shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

Job Function and Duties

• Delivering client care according to the College of Registered Nurses Standards of Nursing Practice in an inter-professional shared care case management model
• Reporting to the Nursing Manager, providing ongoing client care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning implementation and evaluation.
• Formulating and implementing client care plans.
• Safely implementing physician’s orders.
• Administering medications to clients.
• Maintaining current progress records on clients according to legal and ethical standards.
• Orientating, facilitating and reinforcing client’s involvement in addiction treatment.
• Decide and initiate on course of action in case of medical emergencies
• Providing ongoing health teaching to clients in relation to common health problems and the clients maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Co-ordinate individual client appointments and referrals.
• Actively participate with team members in the assessment, planning and evaluation of the client and his care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Registered Nurse program with pharmacological training.
• Active registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives.
• Experience or a keen interest in mental health and addiction care is a plus.
• Current Basic CPR certification.
• Recent clinical experience, including medication administration.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Familiarity with a team-based, person-centered care approach.

Employee Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, plus $600 for various paramedical services (e.g., massage, physiotherapy)
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
• Competitive paid time off, with an extra paid day off for your birthday, offered to eligible employees
• Float Days and Recognized Statutory Holidays, providing additional flexibility and time off for eligible employees
• Access to in-house fitness facilities or discounted gym memberships
• Exclusive discounts through Perkopolis on entertainment, insurance, and more
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Education Support Assistance program
• Supportive relocation opportunities due to our nationwide presence
• Defined Benefit pension plan with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Discounts available at Kids & Co. Daycare.

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.