Rn Jobs in Langley, BC

Status : Casual

Range : $41.42 to $55.91

Location : Nair Place, Langley, BC

Schedule : Various

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Program Director, and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the nurse provides a broad range of psychiatric / nursing functions and direct care, including psychiatric assessment, pharmacotherapy, and crisis intervention to clients who live in a supported housing setting. Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP) as well as within a client centered, trauma-informed, recovery-focused care model and the vision and values of the organization. The RN / RPN is responsible for the delivery of care for people who have experienced homelessness, mental illness, trauma, family / cultural and community disconnection, physical health deterioration and behavioral issues / challenges. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the nurse shares information with the team and other professionals in relation to client progress, care plans, helpful interventions / approaches and provides input into the development and / or maintenance of the program’s services designed to meet the needs of the program’s participants.

Job Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• Graduation from an approved school of Nursing with current practicing membership with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP) with at least three years of recent related experience in mental health and addiction either in a hospital or community setting are required.
• A valid First Aid Certificate (“Emergency First Aid – Community Care” or equivalent) & WHIMIS certification
• A valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License and access to vehicle
• A Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Clearance required if hired

Knowledge and Abilities

About Coast

Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada and operates a large array of innovative housing and community-based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services.

Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services. Coast is deeply invested in cultural safety, reconciliation, and anti-racism. Our employees receive training on cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive leadership. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and value lived experience alongside professional qualifications.

Why Coast

Some of the Benefits we Offer

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.