At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care to clients with mental health and substance use challenges.
- Company: Join Vancouver Coastal Health, a leader in innovative healthcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to creating healthy communities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 41.42 - 41.42 $ per hour.
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and strengthening quality of care across the health system. mNPRs set the minimum number of nurses providing care to patients on a given unit. In British Columbia, mNPRs are developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) and health organizations.
Guided by our values: We Care for Everyone, We Are Always Learning and We Strive for Better Results, we remain committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments where nurses can grow and thrive.
Salary Details: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.
Come work as a Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse for Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Joseph & Rosalie Segal & Family Health Centre in Vancouver, BC! Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics as a Registered Nurse or a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, provides individualized direct nursing care, discharge planning and case coordination services to a wide range of clients with severe and persistent mental illness, concurrent disorders and/or dementia.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing physical and psychosocial rehabilitation assessments.
- Consulting, conferring and collaborating with other health care givers and family members to develop, implement, evaluate and modify individualized strength-based treatment plans.
- Establishing, maintaining and enhancing therapeutic relationships based on respect.
- Administering prescribed medicines, monitoring client response and providing ongoing information to the client/family on activities of daily living, use of medication and side-effects.
- Preparing and maintaining client records according to established standards.
- Participating in team meetings, engaging in team planning and quality improvement activities.
- Maintaining and updating own knowledge.
About the Services at Joseph & Rosalie Segal & Family Health Centre - Mental Health & Substance Use Inpatient Units: The Segal Psychiatric Inpatient Units provide assessment and treatment to adults who require acute 24-hour management in a hospital setting. There are 75 beds focused on clients who require longer-term, intensive treatment to return to their community. The length of stay is approximately five to 12 days.
Qualifications:
- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- Completion of a minimum 6 week or 240 hours of clinical practicum/preceptorship in a mental health setting supplemented by completion of coursework in mental health or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of concurrent disorders, substance use and abuse, harm reduction strategies including assessment and intervention.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of conceptual models of psychiatric care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to provide nursing assessments and interventions.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and implement care plans and respond to potential complications.
- Demonstrated ability to document client care accurately and timely.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict situations and aggressive behaviour.
- Demonstrated skill in performing autonomous scope of practice and standards of care relevant to designated client population.
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements.
As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us.
Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse in Vancouver employer: Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver Coastal Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and teamwork, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while contributing to meaningful healthcare initiatives in the vibrant city of Vancouver. Join us to make a real impact in the community while enjoying a supportive environment that values your expertise and dedication.
