Travel Nurse - Mental Health RN

Bayshore HealthCare; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Northern Canada is seeking a Mental Health Nurse/Registered Psychiatric RN to work in remote communities in Yukon and Nunavut. As part of this role, the nurse will assess patients, develop care plans, and collaborate with community health professionals. Travel assignments are fully paid, and candidates must hold a valid nursing license and show willingness to adapt to independent work with limited resources. The position offers competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Fully paid travel assignments

Competitive compensation packages

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a valid nursing license in good standing.
• Willingness to obtain nursing license for Yukon or Nunavut.
• Required work experience in mental health nursing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Community Health Nurses to support patient care.
• Assess and develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Provide follow-up and outreach to community members.

Skills

Independent working

Patient assessment

Collaborative care

Education

Accredited Nursing Degree

Job description

Are you seeking an exciting Mental Health Nurse/Registered Psychiatric RN experience in Canada's remote northern communities? Bayshore HealthCare’s Northern Staffing program has provided high‑quality community health care solutions to Canada’s North since 1997. Our Healthcare Professionals work closely with diverse Indigenous communities (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), providing care to community members. We hire passionate mental health nurses from all over Canada who travel on assignments to remote northern communities of Yukon, and Nunavut. We provide a unique way to experience an expanded clinical scope of practice while enjoying an adventure at the same time! Average assignment durations vary from 4 to 6 weeks.

The Work You Will Do

• Collaborate with Community Health Nurses in clinics to provide support
• Assess patients and develop individualized care plans
• Follow up and reach out to community members. Assist patients
• In some cases, you may be the sole MHN in the community, so it is essential to be comfortable working independently with limited resources

Why Bayshore?

• Enjoy fully paid & planned travel assignments while doing what you love
• Highly competitive compensation packages, incentives & bonuses
• Comprehensive preparation through orientation and training
• Continual learning and professional development
• Diverse assignments with flexible schedules
• Balance work to fit your life
• 24/7 support from a caring and dedicated team who welcomes you from your first day

Who You Are

• You are a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and have a nursing license through the governing body in good standing
• You are a licensed Nurse registered in good standing
• You have or are willing to obtain a nursing license through the regulating body in the province or territory you wish to work
• You meet the required work experience
• Mandatory skillsets and additional training requirements and reimbursements will be discussed during interview

We appreciate and thank all applicants. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”

Bayshore operates in accordance with the applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.