Registered Nurse (RN)/ Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), Child Psychiatry - BC Children’s Men[...]

Provincial Health Services Authority; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Child Psychiatry Inpatient Unit. This full-time role involves providing essential care to children under 12, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child mental health, a commitment to cultural safety, and the ability to adapt to the needs of diverse patients. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and offers opportunities for growth while making a significant impact on the lives of young patients and their families.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work options

Annual statutory holidays

Access to WorkPerks discount program

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current practicing registration required.
• One year of recent clinical experience in child mental health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and develop care plans for children and families.
• Provide direct patient care and collaborate with healthcare teams.

Skills

Communication Skills

Child and Youth Mental Health Knowledge

Trauma Informed Practice

CPR Techniques

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing

Current registration as an RN or RPN

One year of clinical experience

Job description

Registered Nurse, Child Psychiatry

BC Children’s Mental Health

Vancouver, BC

This Regular, Full-Time opportunity is with the Child Psychiatry Inpatient Unit.

Child Psychiatry Inpatient Unit

• 10-bed unit providing day treatment psychiatric services for children under 12 years of age and their families/caregivers with a focus on assessment, parent education/coaching, and initiation of treatment. Children are generally admitted to the Child Psychiatry program through a planned admission process.

What you’ll do

• Maintain patient records by performing activities such as collecting and documenting information including health care information regarding patients and their families, nursing observations, telephone communications, interventions, teaching and care evaluations to ensure that patient records are current and complete.
• Plan direct care for the patient by performing activities such as reviewing patient/family history, developing a care plan specific for the patient and family, and meeting with other members of the health care team to discuss and review the care plan.
• Provide direct patient care and support, including physical, psychiatric and meal support, to patients in accordance with operational policy and standards specific to the service area. Collaborate with other members of the health care team to evaluate patient care.
• Teach by providing and explaining information, demonstrating procedures and use of equipment, checking the learner’s use of procedures, techniques and equipment and evaluating the effectiveness of the selected teaching methods.
• Identify own learning needs, reviews these with the Program Director, or delegate, and engage in a variety of activities to meet these needs.
• Participate in the orientation and continuing education of staff and students by preceptoring and role-modelling.
• Act as a clinical resource/support person to patients and families and nursing and health care professionals by explaining the theoretical rationale for nursing decisions.
• Participate as a member of the health care team through contributing information in rounds, committees, and staff meetings.
• Provide input to the Program Director, or delegate, regarding policies, procedures and operational requirements by observing service needs and providing spoken or written suggestions which address patient and family needs and promote effective use of resources.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, families and staff by following established emergency procedures and safety practices and procedures.
• Promote the implementation and evaluation of nursing research and quality monitoring activities as directed by participating in nursing committees, and by keeping current through attendance at education and in-service opportunities.
• Perform other professionally related duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN or RPN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• One (1) year of recent related clinical experience working within a child and/or youth mental health setting relevant to the service area within the BC Children’s Mental Health Program or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCCH contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral, social, emotional and mental health/psychiatric problems in children and youth; subspecialties areas such as Eating Disorders, Neuropsychiatry, etc.
• Broad knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice including collaborative problem solving.
• Knowledge of child and youth developmental theory.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to children/adolescents and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of multidisciplinary care team, work independently, and function as a nursing resource.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, and deal with conflict.
• Ability to demonstrate effective CPR techniques.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $41.42 - $59.52 per hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday; 0830-1630
Requisition # 182189E

** Please indicate in your cover letter why you are interested in joining our team at BC Children’s Mental Health!

*If you are a new grad (graduated in the last 18 months and have NOT completed the new grad program at another health authority), we ask all new grads apply to one posting.

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia. BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

PHSA plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

PHSA and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at [e-mail].

Attention current employees of PHSA:

You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca.

If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at [e-mail].