REGISTERED NURSE (RN), MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Fort St. John Hospital. The role involves delivering compassionate patient care and providing intensive outreach nursing, case management, and mental health support services. The ideal candidate will work closely with community health teams and has the opportunity for professional growth with comprehensive benefits and attractive vacation packages.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Outdoor activities

Qualifications

• Must provide ongoing intensive outreach nursing care to assigned clients.
• Design and implement individual treatment plans.
• Previous experience in mental health and substance use support is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and support services to patients.
• Work collaboratively with inter-professional teams and community partners.
• Monitor and evaluate community functioning and patient progress.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Case management

Mental health support

Substance use support

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the Fort St. John Hospital.

Under clinical supervision of the Team Lead/designate, provides ongoing intensive outreach nursing care, case management and mental health and substance use support services for assigned clients, whether they are in hospital, residential or other community settings. Designs, implements, and monitors individual treatment plans to maximize community functioning and reduce re-hospitalization. Works in close association with inter-professional community mental health and substance use staff, emergency services, Indigenous partners, and community service providers.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, 08:00 to 19:12 (rotating)

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St. John is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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