Registered Nurse; Rn), Psychiatry Adult

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at GR Baker Memorial Hospital. The nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and the code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Under the general supervision of the Program Lead or designate and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary care team, the nurse will provide direct patient care to persons with addictions, psychiatric illness, and/or challenging behaviours.

Through comprehensive assessment, intervention planning, monitoring, individual and group therapy, consultation, and intervention, the nurse supports effective patient flow for assessed patients, including those awaiting transfer for further assessment, and assists with patient admission and transfer to ensure services and bed destinations are achieved in a timely manner.

Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN registrant.
• Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in an acute mental health setting or equivalent experience in other areas of the mental health field.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to apply clinical and critical thinking.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the health care team, and clients/families.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other care providers to facilitate and enhance inter‑agency and inter‑departmental problem solving.
• Ability to deal with others effectively, including establishing and maintaining rapport with psychotic and crisis‑prone individuals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mental health and addictions assessment, psychopharmacology, general counselling principles and interview techniques, crisis theory, de‑escalation techniques, seclusion and restraint practices, violence management protocols, community resource and social service utilization, and Mental Health Act provisions.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
• Ability to provide and promote safe and competent patient care.
• Ability to recognize and intervene appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use an electronic file system for service delivery.
• Ability to proactively and effectively resolve issues impacting quality and continuity of care.
• Ability to organize work and set and adjust priorities in relation to identified risk factors.

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through the Northern Health website.

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through the Northern Health website.

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community‑based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person‑centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casual employees have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to outdoor activities and short commutes within British Columbia.
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through federal and provincial government for eligible professions.