Youth Mental Health Crisis Nurse (RN/RPN) – ER & Inpatient

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a Mental Health Crisis Nurse to provide critical mental health services for children and youth in crisis. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric assessments, crisis stabilization, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans. The ideal candidate will possess registration as a practicing RN or RPN, relevant experience, and skills in crisis intervention and communication. This role is essential in ensuring the timely and effective care of young patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience with children and youth with acute mental illness.
• Recent training in Non Violent Crisis Intervention or equivalent required.
• Must have current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health clinical service for children and youth in crisis.
• Conduct trauma-informed assessments and develop therapeutic care plans.
• Coordinate with other health professionals for referrals and treatment planning.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment and risk management

Crisis intervention

Effective communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

De-escalation skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN or RPN

Canadian Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (CPMHN{C})

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

A health authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a Mental Health Crisis Nurse to provide critical mental health services for children and youth in crisis. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric assessments, crisis stabilization, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans. The ideal candidate will possess registration as a practicing RN or RPN, relevant experience, and skills in crisis intervention and communication. This role is essential in ensuring the timely and effective care of young patients.