Registered Nurse (RN/RPN) | Mental Health and Substance Use

Interior Health Authority; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Canada is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) for a casual position within their Mental Health & Substance Use team in Cranbrook, BC. The role involves providing nursing care to psychiatric patients, enhancing quality of life, and participating in team dynamics and research. Candidates should be self-directed with a background in mental health. This position offers competitive wages and multiple employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Self-directed, motivated, reliable, and flexible nurse.
• Experience in Mental Health or Substance Use is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to psychiatric patients.
• Enhance quality of life for patients and families.
• Participate in designated hospital committees and research projects.

Skills

Mental Health training

Teamwork

Patient care

Flexibility

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join our Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Psychiatric team at East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook, BC.

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well‑being and work‑life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well‑being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About The Job

The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse provides:

• Nursing care to psychiatric patients, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned

We are looking for a self‑directed, motivated, reliable and flexible mental health‑trained nurse (RN/RPN) who enjoys working in a team environment and has a strong desire to learn. If you are experienced in Mental Health or Substance Use, we want to hear from you!

Employment Details

This is a casual opportunity. Casual employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0–37.5 hours per week on an as‑needed basis.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights rotating from 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 hours.

About This Location

Nestled in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, Cranbrook is the business capital of the East Kootenays and the largest city in the Rocky Mountain Region. With its scenic mountain vistas, Cranbrook is considered an ideal location for raising a family or retiring. Enjoy the most sunshine hours in the province, and take advantage of numerous outdoor recreational opportunities, including golf, hiking, and skiing. For urban pursuits, explore the local shops, boutiques, cafes, arts center, and heritage attractions.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C.’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?

Apply Today!