Mental Health & Substance Use Nurse (RN/RPN), MHSU Outpatient Services
About The Position
Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses or registered psychiatric nurses, as well as the established vision and values of the organization, the Mental Health & Substance Use Outpatient Services Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide short term assessment, treatment, intake, triage and crisis intervention which is inclusionary and flexible for individuals with mental health and substance use issues. Assesses clients’ physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs to determine priority of care requirements based on client needs, availability of resources and best practices. Provides therapeutic support and assists client with reducing repeated contact with and acute health care services by connecting them to appropriate community healthcare services/programs/resources. Assesses high risk situations and provides crisis intervention. Collaborates and participates with the multidisciplinary team, clients, and families to develop, implement and adjust client’s care plan and meet the client’s need for integrated services and continuity of care across the continuum. About the MHSU Outpatient Services team: The MHSU Outpatient Services team provides assessment, consultation, and time-limited group therapy treatment for adults ages 19 and up. We provide short-term services for adults in Vancouver experiencing moderate to severe mental health or concurrent MHSU disorders leading to impacted functioning in their daily lives. This program is for clients who do not meet the threshold of serious and persistent MHSU concerns that required Community MHSU team intervention. Services aim to support and provide treatment of up to 6 months.
Requirements
- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- Three (3) years’ recent related experience working with adults with mental health and substance use issues or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to outpatient clients with severe and persistent psychiatric illness.
- Demonstrated knowledge of concurrent disorders, substance use and abuse, harm reduction strategies including assessment and intervention.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of conceptual models of psychiatric care including: person and family centered care, trauma-informed care, recovery model in mental illness and psychosocial rehabilitation methodology.
- Demonstrated knowledge of counselling theories related Dialectical Behavior Theory and cognitive Behavioral Theory.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community, social and mental health resources.
- Demonstrated knowledge of impact of social, cultural and family systems on health outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Provide short term assessment, treatment, intake, triage and crisis intervention for individuals with mental health and substance use issues.
- Assess clients’ physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs to determine priority of care requirements.
- Provide therapeutic support and assist clients in reducing repeated contact with acute health care services by connecting them to appropriate community healthcare services/programs/resources.
- Assess high risk situations and provide crisis intervention.
- Collaborate and participate with the multidisciplinary team, clients, and families to develop, implement and adjust client’s care plan.
- Facilitate group process.
- Perform conflict resolution.
- Provide crisis interventions.
- Provide individual and group counselling.
- Plan and implement care plans.
- Anticipate and respond to potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated client group.
- Participate in the development and delivery of educational programs and materials for clients and families.
- Identify emotional, social, or environmental barriers and intervene to eliminate stigma.
- Document client care on appropriate systems/forms in accordance with organizational and unit standards in a timely and accurate manner.
- Effectively manage conflict situations and aggressive behaviour.
- Use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques.
- Perform autonomous scope of practice and standards of care relevant to designated client population.
- Perform clinical techniques and use applicable equipment and supplies.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
