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Community Mental Health Nurse, Psychosis Treatment Optimization Program (PTOP)

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18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Mission
    Remote

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  • You must have a nursing degree, 2 years of psychiatric experience, BCCNM registration, a valid B.C. driver's license, crisis intervention skills, and the ability to collaborate and educate.
  • You will provide nursing care to psychotic clients, collaborate with healthcare professionals, conduct assessments, advocate for clients, maintain records, and participate in research and quality improvement.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an approved School of Nursing plus two (2) years recent, related experience in a community or hospital psychiatric setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
  • Valid B.C. Driver's license and access to personal vehicle, with appropriate business insurance coverage.
  • Ability to complete initial and ongoing mental health and substance use client assessment and provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions including crisis intervention.
  • Knowledge of mental illness and substance use treatment.
  • Knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side-effects).
  • Counselling and group facilitation skills.
  • Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to mental health and substance use practices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team.
  • Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for clients/families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, including advocacy for special populations.
  • Ability to educate clients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work.
  • Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.
  • Ability to use factual information and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.
  • Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct nursing care in the screening, assessment and provision of care to complex psychotic clients with treatment resistant psychosis and collaborates with psychiatrists and primary care physicians to provide support for earlier identification, evidence-based planning, and support during implementation and treatment.
  • Assists in identifying the number of clients that will be diagnosed with treatment resistant psychosis by collecting baseline demographics about each client, and performing physical, functional and suicide risk assessment.
  • In collaboration with the psychiatrist, and in accordance with Fraser Health protocols, monitors blood tests and other laboratory results for adverse effects of medication and immediately takes appropriate action as per clinical protocols.
  • Collaborates with psychiatrists and staff at PTOP clinics and mental health centres and hospital inpatient units throughout Fraser Health as well as primary care physicians/nurse practitioners, private psychiatrists and other health care professionals in clinics and community programs and services.
  • Communicates and consults with Coordinators and other team members of the community mental health team, hospital inpatient teams, community primary care physicians/nurse practitioners and private psychiatrists on client care issues, resources and care planning; organizes and participates in interprofessional conferences and with psychiatrist as required; explains plan of care to clients and their family.
  • Provides client advocacy services by assisting clients and their family members to access appropriate community resources.
  • Maintains client records by collecting and documenting information including health care information regarding clients and their families, including electronic data entry, nursing observations, telephone communications, assessments and treatment formulations to ensure that client records are current and complete; obtains consent forms for release of client information.
  • Participates in research and quality improvement activities by identifying client care issues, collecting data, and identifying needs and recommendations for corrective action and changes to practices, procedures or protocols.
  • Provides input to the Manager/Coordinator regarding policies, procedures, and operational requirements by observing service needs and providing spoken or written suggestions that address client and family needs and promote effective use of resources.
  • Acts as a resource for clients, families, and other team members.
  • Documents assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, interventions, client/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
  • Promotes the implementation and evaluation of nursing research and quality monitoring activities as directed by participation in nursing committees and by keeping current through attendance at educational and in-service opportunities.
  • Participates in clinical research and program evaluation opportunities relevant to the needs of clients, families, and the community, by providing required information, participating in research processes and trials, and making suggestions related to research initiatives and research funding.
  • Identifies own learning needs/goals, reviews these with the Team Coordinator and engages in a variety of activities to meet these needs/goals.
  • Provides consultation and collegial sharing of information to members of the health care team with respect to client care.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Community Mental Health Nurse position?

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 per hour.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have graduation from an approved School of Nursing plus two years of recent, related experience in a community or hospital psychiatric setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. They must also hold current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Is a valid driver's license required for this position?

Yes, a valid B.C. driver's license and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate business insurance coverage are required.

What type of clients will I be working with in this role?

You will be providing support and treatment optimization for persons experiencing psychosis, particularly those diagnosed with treatment-resistant psychosis.

Will I be working as part of a team?

Yes, the Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse will work collaboratively with an interprofessional care team and liaise with various healthcare providers including psychiatrists and primary care physicians.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include providing direct nursing care, assessing clients, monitoring treatment, collaborating with other health professionals, advocating for clients, maintaining records, and participating in research and quality improvement activities.

Do I need to have experience in psychiatric settings to apply?

Yes, at least two years of recent related experience in community or hospital psychiatric settings is preferred.

What skills and abilities are important for this role?

Important skills include the ability to conduct mental health assessments, knowledge of mental illness and substance use treatment, effective communication skills, ability to promote person-centered care, and crisis intervention skills.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role includes opportunities for participating in clinical research, program evaluation, and attending educational and in-service opportunities to enhance professional growth.

Will I need to travel for this position?

Yes, this position involves traveling to various Mental Health & Substance Use sites within the region.

What is Fraser Health's commitment to diversity and employee well-being?

Fraser Health is committed to an environment of Respect, Caring, and Trust, values diversity in the workforce, and strives for employee well-being and planetary health.

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