At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide crisis stabilization and intensive care to patients in psychiatric emergency settings.
- Company: Join the Vancouver Island Health Authority, prioritizing patient safety and quality care.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, flexible shifts, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic healthcare setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health care while working with a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered RN or RPN with experience in acute mental illness.
The predicted salary is between 41.42 - 59.52 $ per hour.
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Coordinator or designate and functions as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient/client-centered crisis stabilization and/or intensive care. The nurse is responsible for providing care to patient/clients in the Psychiatric Emergency Service and Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, including assessment with complete mental status assessment, addictions screening, development and carrying out of therapeutic care plans, teaching with patient/clients and families and documentation of assessment and care. This includes using a trauma-informed, recovery oriented approach to providing mental status and substance use assessments. Nurses will collaborate with other health care professions both internal and external to coordinate care in the best interest of the patient/client.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant.
- Canadian Nursing Association certification an asset.
- A minimum of two (2) years recent experience working with persons with acute mental illness, including working with multi-disciplinary teams, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Working knowledge of relevant legislation.
- Knowledge of the Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (2nd ed.).
- Current CPR Basic Rescuer certification.
Skills And Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to conduct physical status, mental status and risk assessment.
- Ability to apply addictions theory and screening/management of withdrawal.
- Ability to apply crisis intervention and stabilization principles.
- Ability to apply common screening tools for mental illness and addictions.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability in establishing therapeutic relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts, including co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patient/clients, and families/significant others.
- Ability to operate related equipment including computers and related software.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in BC! Island Health, alongside other health authorities, is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.
Psychiatric Intensive Care Emergency Team Nurse in Victoria employer: Vancouver Island Health Authority
At Island Health, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritizes patient safety and continuous improvement. Located in the beautiful city of Victoria, BC, our team enjoys competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment dedicated to innovation and excellence.
Contact Details:
Vancouver Island Health Authority Recruitment Team
