Registered Nurse (RN/RPN) | Mental Health Inpatient Psychiatry Unit

Interior Health Authority; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health authority in Kamloops is looking for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join their Mental Health & Substance Use team. The role involves providing care to psychiatric patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to patient wellness. This position offers multiple permanent part-time opportunities with competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

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

• Experience in Mental Health or Substance Use is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented and dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to psychiatric patients.
• Consult and collaborate with other health care providers.
• Participate in research and committees as assigned.
• Advocate for patient wellness and recovery.

Skills

Mental Health Care

Team Collaboration

Patient Care

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join our Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Inpatient Psychiatric Unit team at the Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today! Applicable positions may be eligible for relocation allowance.

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

RPNs/RNs on the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit work in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, social workers, occupational therapists, psychology, as well as community mental health. The Inpatient Mental Health and Substance Use program assists in-patients with acute mental health challenges. We are an interdisciplinary team that places a high emphasis on wellness by teaching patients about nutrition, exercise, medications, therapy, relapse prevention and other wellness strategies. We work together with the Community Mental Health and Substance Use programs to ease transition back to the community.

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!

Shifts and Location

We currently have multiple permanent part-time opportunities available.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights rotating from 07:30 to 19:30, 19:30 to 07:30 hours.

About this Location

At RIH there is an acute psychiatric unit that provides acute psychiatric care to individuals across the full spectrum of care; early psychosis, general psychiatric disorders, addictions and geriatric. The unit has a multidisciplinary structured program consisting of individual psychotherapy, ECT, psychopharmacology, psycho-educational programs, group therapy, occupational therapy programs, recreational activities, family assessments and therapy, and behaviour therapy. The programs are tailored to meet each patient’s individual needs. Length of stay varies from 1-3 weeks. 1South is a dynamic working and learning environment and we are very busy with over 750 admissions last year so every day there is something new to learn and experience. Staff education is integral to the success of this program and education initiatives are provided to increase the knowledge and skills of all staff.

Kamloops, the second largest city in the southern interior of BC, is famous for its hospitality, offering visitors all the amenities of a big city. The landscape is characterized by rivers, mountains, lakes and grasslands which offer year-round outdoor adventure. The Kamloops region offers diverse experiences and opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

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!