Advance acute mental health nursing through Providence Health Care's enhanced orientation initiative with therapeutic care and clinical learning. Work details may change with operational requirements.
This Registered Nurse opportunity supports nurses developing careers in acute mental health practice. Through Douglas College, selected applicants complete approximately 14 weeks of employer-funded education, supervised clinical experiences, and mentorship. The pathway supports transition into Mental Health Program nursing positions and includes an 18-month return-of-service commitment within PHC's Acute Mental Health Program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess patients and adapt individualized nursing care plans
- Deliver therapeutic interventions, crisis support, education, and group sessions
- Monitor changing physical, psychological, and behavioural needs
- Collaborate with Psychiatry, Social Work, Peers, and care providers
- Support quality improvement, research, education, and clinical initiatives
Requirements:
- Current practicing British Columbia Registered Nurse registration
- One year recent acute psychiatry or tertiary mental health experience
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities
- CPR knowledge and appropriate procedure performance
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and provide clinical direction
Develop acute mental health expertise through nursing education, supervised practice, mentorship, and patient-centred therapeutic care at PHC.
Mental Health Registered Nurse Initiative in Vancouver employer: Providence Healthcare
At Providence Health Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being of our staff and the communities we serve. Our inclusive culture fosters diversity and respect, while our commitment to professional development ensures that Spiritual Health Practitioners have ample opportunities for growth in a state-of-the-art facility set to redefine healthcare in British Columbia. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, joining our team means becoming part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care.
