Psychiatric Emergency Care Nurse (RNRPN) (223445)

In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; 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 psychiatric emergency services crisis intervention and stabilization care in accordance with the unit/program philosophy competency guidelines and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice. The nurse is responsible for responding to crisis/emergency situations of patient/clients in the Psychiatric Emergency Services Unit Using a crisis intervention model the nurse will conduct a comprehensive psychiatric and medical assessment of the patient/client and an in-depth risk assessment. Working within a multidisciplinary team the nurse will contribute to the patient care plan referral and/or discharge plan in partnership with patient caregiver/family and appropriate community services.

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. A minimum of two (2) years recent experience working with persons with acute mental illness and/or addiction 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.