Psychiatric Intensive Care Emergency Team Nurse
7 days ago
Overview In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; 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 patient/client-centered crisis stabilization and/or intensive care. The nurse is responsible for providing care to patient/clients in the Psychiatric Emergency Service and Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, including assessment with complete mental status assessment, addictions screening, development and carrying out of therapeutic care plans, teaching with patient/clients and families and documentation of assessment and care. This includes using a trauma-informed, recovery orientated approach to providing mental status and substance use assessments. Nurses will collaborate with other health care professions both internal and external to coordinate care in the best interest of the patient/client. Qualifications Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Canadian Nursing Association certification an asset. A minimum of two (2) years recent experience working with persons with acute mental illness, 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. Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to conduct physical status, mental status and risk assessment. Ability to apply addictions theory and screening/management of withdrawal Ability to apply crisis intervention and stabilization principles Ability to apply common screening tools for mental illness and addictions Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Demonstrated ability in establishing therapeutic relationships Demonstrated ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts, including co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patient/clients, and families/ significant others Ability to operate related equipment including computers and related software Physical ability to perform the duties of the position #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Victoria, Canada Island Health Full timeJob Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reports to the Coordinator or...
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Psychiatric Intensive Care Emergency Team Nurse
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Victoria, Canada Island Health Full timeIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; 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...
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Psychiatric Intensive Care Emergency Team Nurse
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Victoria, Canada Island Health Full timeIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; 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...
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Victoria, Canada Island Health Full timeA healthcare organization in Victoria, Nova Scotia, is seeking a registered nurse with a minimum of two years' experience in acute mental illness. The role focuses on conducting assessments and providing patient-centered care within Psychiatric Emergency and Intensive Care Units. Applicants must have current registration with the BC College of Nurses and...
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Victoria, Canada Island Health Full timeRegistered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Long-Term CareJoin to apply for the Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Long-Term Care role at Island Health.Job Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a...
