Psychiatric Emergency Care Nurse at Health

Position: Psychiatric Emergency Care Nurse at Island Health
Join Island Health's multidisciplinary team as a Psychiatric Emergency Care Nurse (RN/RPN) providing vital crisis intervention and stabilization services.

Your role will involve assessing and supporting patients during critical moments.

As a Psychiatric Emergency Care Nurse, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team responsible for delivering immediate psychiatric care and stabilization for patients. Your expertise in crisis intervention and thorough assessments will help contribute to effective patient care plans. The position requires a collaborative approach with caregivers and community services to ensure comprehensive support during emergencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric and medical assessments

• Perform risk assessments for patients in crisis

• Develop and contribute to patient care and discharge plans

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on patient care

• Maintain compliance with nursing standards and legislation

Requirements:

• Valid RN or RPN registration with BC College

• Minimum two years' experience in acute mental health

• Knowledge of Canadian Standards for Psychiatric Nursing

• Current CPR Basic Rescuer certification

• Physical ability to perform job duties

Utilize your nursing skills to impact patients' lives positively through crisis intervention at Island Health.