Licensed Practical Nurse-Jobs in Kanada

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Under the general direction of the team leader or designate, the Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Nurse serves in a multidisciplinary Intensive Case Management Team. Services are primarily provided in community settings but may also occur in facility settings as required. The nurse provides core mental health and addictions services, including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support for clients in partnership with clients, families, and community health care resources. In response to an identified client rehabilitation plan, the nurse develops, plans, implements, and maintains a full range of clinical services and client-centered rehabilitation programs.

Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus a minimum of two years of adult or child/youth MHSU nursing experience. A minimum of six months of experience supporting clients with substance use issues in a community setting or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN. Current CPR certification required.

• Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model; assessment, treatment, and case management methodologies, including motivational interviewing.
• Relevant legislation.
• Community MHSU programs, services, resources, and promotion.
• Other health disciplines (including primary care physicians) and their role in client care.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use the nursing process in mental health treatment programs: assess (physical, mental/physiological/functional, and environmental), plan, implement, make decisions, organize, prioritize, evaluate, and communicate as required.
• Ability to administer and monitor the side effects of psychotropic medications.
• Ability to work independently in a community setting.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Interpersonal, crisis intervention, leadership, teaching, communication, and counseling skills; critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage aggressive behavior and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioral management techniques where appropriate.
• Adaptability to program evolution and change.
• Physical ability to perform job duties and operate related equipment.
• Travel is required; transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the program.

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