Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Peace River; On-site; CAD 59,594 - 81,567; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time regular employment

Competitive salary

Remote Retention Allowance

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a Registered Psychiatric Nurse to provide mental health consultation and crisis intervention in Peace River, collaborating with local RCMP teams. This role involves conducting assessments, providing specialized nursing services, and coordinating care for individuals facing public safety concerns. Candidates should have significant experience in mental health settings, demonstrate high interpersonal skills, and hold relevant qualifications and registrations. The position offers competitive pay and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant mental health experience including 2 years of crisis experience.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams and diverse populations.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medication management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments and crisis interventions.
• Provide psychiatric nursing services and medication management.
• Collaborate with teams to coordinate care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Mental health assessment

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Mental Health Act

Education

Accredited psychiatric nursing education

Registration with CRPNA

BCLS-HCP certification

Job description

Registered Psychiatric Nurse – Regional Police and Crisis Team (RPACT)

Alberta Health Services (AHS) in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) seeks a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to provide clinical assessment, crisis intervention and mental health consultation in an outreach setting. The role is clinical in nature and supports multidisciplinary teams in public safety contexts.

Overview

The RPN collaborates with RCMP officers to respond to mental health crises, facilitate outreach, and deliver evidence‑based care to individuals presenting with public safety concerns, addiction, homelessness risk and other vulnerable circumstances. The position is based in Peace River Mental Health and works local RCMP detachment teams under the direction of a zone clinical supervisor and the RPACT leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid mental health assessment, crisis intervention and de‑briefing in partnership with RCMP officers.
• Provide specialized psychiatric nursing services, including medication management, addiction and suicide risk assessment, and development of stabilization plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, community agencies and law enforcement to coordinate care and monitor outcomes.
• Advocate on behalf of patients, families and community partners to promote safety, well‑being and reintegration.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting and compliance with provincial legislation and AHS policies.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited psychiatric nursing education program.
• Active registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS‑HCP) certification.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant mental health experience, including at least 2 years of direct crisis experience in a community setting.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team, community agencies and diverse populations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Alberta Mental Health Act, co‑existing medical and mental illnesses, and psychiatric medication management.
• High level of interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and proficiency in computer and word processing skills.
• Proficiency in crisis assessment, stabilization, addiction and suicide risk assessment and establishing provisional diagnosis independently.
• Preferred: Experience with forensic populations, single‑session supportive counselling and knowledge of community resources and agencies.

Salary and Benefits

• Minimum $43.26 per hour, maximum $59.21 per hour.
• Remote Retention Allowance up to $3,000 annually (non‑pensionable, hourly basis).
• Full‑time, regular employment with AHS benefits and a 9.75 hour shift schedule (2‑week shift pattern days and evenings).

Application

To apply, submit your résumé and a cover letter by the posting end date of 06‑JAN‑2026. By applying to this posting, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.