Clinical Security Liaison Nurse, Forensic Psychiatric Hospital, BC Mental Health Specialist

4 weeks ago


Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

Clinical Security Liaison Nurse Role

As a Clinical Security Liaison Nurse at PHSA, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients in our Maximum and Multi-Level Security Units. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to provide patient clinical security and risk information and management advice, contributing to the development of risk assessments and treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate staff learning by acting as a clinical resource and demonstrating expertise and leadership in nursing and clinical practice.
  • Work as an integral member of the interdisciplinary clinical team, providing patient clinical security and risk information and management advice.
  • Collaborate with teams to assist, recommend, and guide safe seclusion care of patients and staff on FPH units.
  • Support members of the interdisciplinary team with clinical decision making regarding patient de-escalation, PVPC, ATR, and seclusion entry decisions and procedures.
  • Provide critical feedback to leadership team about staff PVPC and ATR competencies, including skill development improvements post incident and post incident investigations.

Requirements

  • Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
  • Three (3) years' recent, related nursing experience in the designated clinical area, including working with individuals with mental health and substance use disorders and one (1) year related administrative/supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for local area travel may be required.
  • Successful completion of PVPC, ATR, and Therapeutic and Relational Security (See ThinkACT).
  • Completion of CISM, PVPC, ATR, and TRS educator/trainer training is preferred.

What We Offer

  • Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services, and operations.
  • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work-friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).


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