Registered Psychiatric Nurse / Registered Nurse

Recovery Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Alberta is seeking an experienced Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) / Registered Nurse (RN) to support residents at Bridge Healing sites in Edmonton. You will provide holistic nursing care, assess and manage cases, and coordinate with psychiatry and outreach teams to implement individualized treatment plans.

Working with a multi-disciplinary team, you will ensure safe, person-centered care grounded in recovery-oriented practices, serving residents with chronic mental health and

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Psychiatric nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with CRPNA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership through a wide range of nursing services to promote, maintain or restore health and mental health.
• Assess, intervene and manage cases for residents from a holistic nursing perspective.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention as required.
• Collaborate with a psychiatrist, pharmacy and outreach teams to support residents.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to maximize function and wellness.

Education

Diploma/degree in Psychiatric Nursing/Nursing

Registration with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA)

Job description

Registered Psychiatric Nurse / Registered Nurse

Addiction & Mental Health Supported Living has an opportunity for an experienced and skilled RN/RPN supporting residents in our Bridge Healing sites, operated by Jasper Place Wellness Centre. The position will work with a multi-disciplinary team, along with staff from the contracted service provider. Bridge Healing works closely with our hospital partners and emergency departments to support those frequent visitors with long histories of houselessness and inconsistent involvement with support systems.The RN/RPN is responsible for assessment, intervention and case management of residents from a holistic nursing lens. The position provides support to the psychiatrist who attends the site and provides consultation and liaison with external partners, such as pharmacy and outreach teams. You will contribute to the development and implementation of an individualized treatment plan for each resident, focusing on maximum functional ability and wellness. You will also provide crisis assessment and intervention from the mental health lens as required.Our work is grounded in Recovery Oriented Care and a high level of clinical skill is required. Residents typically have chronic mental health/substance use issues and a history of houselessness. Proactive engagement, knowledge of the Recovery Oriented model of care and strong relationship building skills with both clients and partners.

Description:

As a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), you will provide leadership through a wide variety of nursing services to patients (clients, residents) for the purpose of promoting, maintaining or restoring health, mental health and preventing mental illness, injury and disability. You will teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and take necessary steps to ensure your safety and well-being. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care, while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta.

• Classification: Registered Psych Nurse 2022.75
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Addiction & Mental Health Supported Living
• Primary Location: Edmonton Comm Health Hub North
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 19-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

• Classification: Registered Psych Nurse 2022.75
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Addiction & Mental Health Supported Living
• Primary Location: Edmonton Comm Health Hub North
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 19-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Psychiatric nursing education program.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Diploma/degree in Psychiatric Nursing/ Nursing. Registration with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta. Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working in a community mental health setting is required. Current BLS Level C. Valid Class 5 driver’s license. Use of vehicle/ability to transport patients is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge and ability to respond to cultural needs of diverse populations. Additional training in recovery-based care, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy and/or behavioural assessment intervention/assessments are assets. Superior verbal and written communication. Competent in the use of Connect Care

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