Mental Health Nurse Specialist

6 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Company Overview

Vancouver Coastal Health is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to over one million BC residents.

We are committed to providing excellent patient care and improving health outcomes through our innovative approaches, collaborations, and partnerships.

Salary

The estimated annual salary for this position is $145,000 - $160,000 CAD.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Mental Health Nurse Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team at the VCH Access and Assessment Centre (AAC).

As a Mental Health Nurse Specialist, you will work closely with our existing clinical team, including RNs, RPNs, SW, Psychiatrists, to provide comprehensive assessments, medication starts/recommendations, and inform discharge plans back to primary care providers in community.

You will be responsible for evaluating patients and clients, diagnosing diseases, disorders, and conditions, initiating treatment, and prescribing medications as needed.

Our team provides low-barrier access and assessment to Vancouver's Mental Health and Substance Use landscape, working closely with community partners and other MHSU services to support residents in accessing appropriate mental health and substance use services.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) plus 4 years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.
  • Successful completion of the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) required.
  • Ability to perform the full scope of NP duties and responsibilities.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to apply knowledge of developmental stages, behavioral sciences, pathophysiology, psychopathology, epidemiology, and evidence-based practice to clinical diagnosis and patient management.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

  • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
  • Wellness supports, including counseling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services available to employees and their immediate families
  • Award-winning recognition programs to honor staff, medical staff, and volunteers
  • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Why Join Us?

Vancouver Coastal Health is an exciting place to work, offering a collaborative, creative, and fast-paced environment focused on providing Mental Health and Substance Use services.

We invite you to join our team and contribute to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and communities.



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