QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus a minimum of two years 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 registrant or a practicing RPN registrant.

Current CPR certification required.

Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model; assessment and treatment and case management methodologies; including motivational interviewing.

Knowledge of relevant legislation.

Knowledge of community MHSU programs, services, resources and promotion.

Knowledge of other health disciplines (including primary care physicians) and their role in client care.

Skills And Abilities Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing; Demonstrated ability to use the nursing process in mental health treatment programs i.e. such as 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 setting; Demonstrated ability to practice initiative, positive interpersonal, crisis intervention, leadership and teaching skills, and effective communication and counseling with individuals, families and groups; and demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills; Ability to manage aggressive behaviour and to use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques where appropriate; Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves; Physical ability to perform the duties of the job; Ability to operate related equipment.

Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Program

📌 Nurse Intensive Case Management Team Rn/rpn Campbell River
🏢 Island Health
📍 Campbell River