Rehabilitation Mental Health Nurse (RN/RPN) – Team-Based Care

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Canada is seeking a Mental Health Nurse to provide direct nursing care within a specialized rehabilitation environment. This role involves developing client-centered rehabilitation programs and requires at least one year of psychiatric nursing experience. Candidates must hold registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Team collaboration and crisis intervention skills are essential. The position demands travel to various locations within the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN or RPN.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation model and intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and core mental health services.
• Develop, plan, and implement client-centered rehabilitation programs.
• Monitor and enhance the physical site safety.

Skills

Assessing mental health treatment programs

Administering psychotropic medications

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Recent experience in psychiatric nursing

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Current CPR certification

Job description

A healthcare authority in Canada is seeking a Mental Health Nurse to provide direct nursing care within a specialized rehabilitation environment. This role involves developing client-centered rehabilitation programs and requires at least one year of psychiatric nursing experience. Candidates must hold registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Team collaboration and crisis intervention skills are essential. The position demands travel to various locations within the community.