Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Community Mental Health & Substance Use Services (Delta)
Job Overview
Job ID: 17705- Company Name Fraser Health
- Job Start Date Sat, 29 May 2021 07:22:42 GMT
- Job Type Part Time
- Job Source Careerjet
Job title: Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Community Mental Health & Substance Use Services (Delta)
Job description: Do you have a passion for psychiatric nursing? We have the position for you! We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse in our Community Mental Health & Substance Use Services in Delta, BC.
Fraser Health is BC’s largest and fastest growing health authority. With over 40,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers dedicated to providing services that range from acute care to community-based long-term care, home health, mental health and public health, to 1.8 million people – 1/3 of British Columbia’s population.
Twelve acute care hospitals, BC’s first dedicated outpatient care and surgery centre and a wide range of services in public health, home health, mental health and long-term care facilities – all within Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Known as one of the most desirable place to live in the world, these dynamic communities along with inspiring scenery and easy access to an abundance of outdoor activities provide an amazing quality of life.
We have a positive and compassionate work environment where you can bring your real passion for nursing to the role and be part of our rapidly thriving team. Fraser Health is experiencing unprecedented growth and now you can be a part of a busy and exciting team.
BUILD ON YOUR CAREER EXPERIENCE BY:
– Providing treatment and implementing plans for individuals
– Coordinating care for clients by consulting and collaborating with interprofessional care team based on client needs
– Assessing treatment plans and ensuring optimum use of resources
– Utilizing motivational interviewing and engagement techniques
– Assisting clients to access appropriate services in the community
– Promoting and supporting clients to manage self-care
– Providing crisis intervention, individual counselling and education
– Acting as a client advocate to protect and promote client’s right to autonomy, respect, privacy, dignity, and access to information
– Participating in research and quality improvement activities
YOUR BACKGROUND INCLUDES:
– Graduation from an approved school of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing
– Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
– Recent 2 years’ related experience providing treatment services to individuals with mental health and/or concurrent disorders
– May require completion of substance use certificate program
– Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence and access to personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage
This role is a part-time position located in Delta, BC. Delta has a rich farming and agricultural history and has grown into three fast-growing communities: Ladner, Tsawwassen and North Delta. Delta is a vibrant community that is rich in soil and water, rich in history and industry and especially rich in people.
A career at Fraser Health will offer you the opportunity to work in a fast growing and exciting organization with professionals who are experts in their respective fields. We offer a competitive salary package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage.
Join our dedicated team of health care providers in this dynamic and rewarding role!
Take the next step and apply, so we can chat about you joining Fraser Health where we value diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust.
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