Registered Psychiatric / Registered Nurse - Mental Health (Vancouver)

Registered Psychiatric / Registered Nurse - Mental Health (Vancouver)

26 Oct
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Fraser Health Authority
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Vancouver

26 Oct

Fraser Health Authority

Vancouver

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

Fraser

Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner. Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including earning four weeks of vacation in your first year, comprehensive health perks, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care. In accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and the Mission and Values of Fraser Health, and working collaboratively and in partnership with the interprofessional care team in the provision of person-centered and recovery oriented care, the Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse provides treatment and care management services that are both inclusionary and flexible for individuals with mental illness and concurrent disorders (e.g. substance use, developmental disorders) to meet the needs of the client and to provide integration and continuity across the care continuum. Works collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team-based model of care and promotes rapid engagement in the provision of consistent, relevant and timely delivery of client and family-centered care. With an emphasis on recovery and rehabilitation, reducing barriers to enter the system of care, and promoting a culturally-safe and responsive, trauma-informed approach,



establishes a welcoming therapeutic environment and promotes client self-determination and independence. Education, Training &

Experience Graduation from approved School of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing. Two (2) years recent related experience providing treatment services to individuals with mental health and/or concurrent disorders, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Valid

Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage. Ability to complete initial and ongoing mental health and substance use client assessment and provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions including crisis intervention. Counselling and group facilitation skills.

Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to mental health and substance use practices. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team. Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for clients/families/care givers,



sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, including advocacy for special populations.

Ability to educate clients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being. Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team. Ability to use factual information and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.

Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.

About Fraser Health Fraser

Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.

Fraser

Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor We are aware of suspected fraudulent recruitment activity involving individuals impersonating Fraser Health recruiters or representatives.

Fraser

Health will never ask candidates or jobseekers for money, fees, gift cards or equipment purchases at any stage of the recruitment process.

📌 Registered Psychiatric / Registered Nurse - Mental Health (Vancouver)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 Vancouver

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