RN/RPN, MH&SUS Specialized Populations, Geriatrics - Burnaby

Fraser Health Authority; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 67,502 - 92,299; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority in Canada seeks a Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse to provide assessment, treatment, consultation and follow-up within an interprofessional team.

The role emphasizes nursing assessments, treatment planning, medication management, crisis support and collaboration with MH&SUS physicians, GPs/NPs, and other providers to promote client autonomy and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a RN and/or RPN with BCCNM (BC College of Nurses and Midwives).
• Two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle with insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical nursing services on a case-management basis to clients and caregivers referred to the team by screening referrals, providing comprehensive nursing assessments and recommendations for treatment planning with the interprofessional team.
• Educates on mental health and substance use for clients, caregivers, professionals and agencies; delivers education sessions and supervises nursing students.

Skills

Networking with services

Consultation

Mental health knowledge

Psychopharmacology knowledge

Counselling

Policy knowledge

Effective written communication

Person-centered care

Time management

Interprofessional collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Use of clinical equipment

Education

BCCNM registration (RN/RPN)

Two years related experience

Valid BC Driver's License

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20 - $67.08 / hour.

Job Summary

Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse will provide assessment, treatment, consultation and follow‑up services to clients and caregivers within the framework of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives standards, working collaboratively with an interprofessional team.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical nursing services on a case‑management basis to clients and their caregivers referred to the team by screening referrals, providing comprehensive nursing assessments and making recommendations for treatment planning and consultation in collaboration with the interprofessional team.
• Provides education on mental health and substance use issues related to the relevant client population to caregivers, professionals, community groups and agencies; presents information/education sessions to professional colleagues and other government/non‑government agencies by developing, delivering and evaluating evidence‑informed educational programs; supervises and instructs nursing students.
• Carries out treatment plans and interventions, including administering prescribed psychotropic medication, monitoring the effects, and encouraging medication compliance; provides support and crisis intervention through home visits and outreach, including facilitation of hospitalization where necessary.
• Provides follow‑up and monitoring of complex psychiatric/medical situations, including substance use/dependence, and referral services where necessary.
• Consults and collaborates with members of the interprofessional care team including MH&SUS Physicians, Primary Care Providers (GP/NP), Team Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Educators, and other healthcare professionals/providers in the identification and resolution of issues, as well as adjustments to care plans as required.
• Facilitates clients’ utilization of appropriate community services by liaising and collaborating with key service providers to ensure appropriate, timely, and seamless care.
• Initiates and participates in case conferences/meetings with clients, families, service providers and team members to review and plan care.
• Advocates for clients to protect and promote their autonomy, respect, privacy, dignity, and access to information.
• Documents assessments, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
• Provides consultation and liaison to referral agencies, health service providers and caregivers to improve care of clients with mental health and substance use issues.
• Identifies own learning needs/goals, reviews these with the Team Coordinator and engages in a variety of activities to meet these needs/goals.
• Participates on professional committees for improvement of client care and/or work environment by reviewing delivery practices to promote improvements to client care and for the efficient and safe operation of the clinical area.
• Participates in research and quality improvement activities by identifying client care issues, collecting data, and identifying needs and recommendations for corrective action and changes to practices, procedures or protocols.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Two (2) years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to network with other services and agencies.
• Ability to teach and provide consultation to clients, their care‑networks and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to complete initial and ongoing mental health and substance use client assessment and provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions including crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use treatment.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side‑effects).
• Counselling and group facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to mental health and substance use practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, families/caregivers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team.
• Ability to promote person‑centered care that demonstrates empathy for clients/families/caregivers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, including advocacy for special populations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.
• Ability to use factual information and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research‑based evidence/evidence‑informed practice.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.