Job Description

JOB POSTING

Job Title: Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse Status: Permanent

Program: Sequoia at Firth Residence, Abbotsford Hourly Rate: $41.42

Hours: 37.5 hours weekly Posting # 25-SAF-014

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 1430-2200 Closing Date: Until Filled

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (EFry) is a charitable organization that supports women,


girls, and children at risk, involved in or affected by the justice system. Our programs work to break the


cycle of poverty, addiction, mental illness, homelessness, and crime.

We are recruiting for a Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) for our Sequoia at

Firth Residence Program.

Located in Abbotsford, the Sequoia at Firth Residence Program is a provincial


specialized substance use treatment program that serves women and gender diverse people with


severe and high-risk substance use dependency as a primary concern and who may have co-occurring


moderate mental health care needs. The average length of stay will be 3-months, or longer when


clinically indicated. The program is strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally safe, and concurrent


disorder capable care delivered through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. The goal of the


program is to provide evidence-based treatment, education, and support, through a multidisciplinary


team, to reduce problematic substance use, and improve overall health and social wellbeing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintains client records by performing activities such as collecting and documenting information
including health care information regarding clients and their families, nursing observations,


telephone communications, interventions, teaching, and care evaluations to ensure that client


records are current and complete.
Plans direct care for the clients by performing activities such as reviewing client/family history,
developing a care plan specific for the client, and meeting with other members of the health care


team to discuss and review the care plan.
Provides direct patient care and collaborates with other members of the health care team to
evaluate patient care in the bed-based treatment setting by methods such as assessing client health


status, observing, monitoring, and evaluating client progress, symptoms and behavioural changes,


reorganizing priorities, and managing client's medication as required. Performs CPR as required.
Identifies own learning needs, reviews these with the Program Supervisor, or delegate, and engages
in a variety of activities to meet these needs.
Monitor the day-to-day operations of residence to ensure quality control in adherence to licensing
regulation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current practicing registration as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse or as a Registered Nurse with the
British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
Graduation from a recognized diploma or degree program in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing. One (1) year of recent, related nursing experience in substance use and mental health care setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


Knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of substance dependence, behavioural, social emotional
and mental health/psychiatric problems in women and gender diverse people.
Knowledge of developmental theory. Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to women and gender diverse people with substance
dependence and their families.
Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of an interdisciplinary care team, work
independently, and function as a nursing resource.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, and deal with conflict. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work. Experience working in a licensed facility is an asset. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Standard First Aid with CPR-C. Evidence of a Tuberculosis Test and compliance with the TB Control Program. Doctor's Note of fitness required. Enhanced Security Screening & satisfactory Criminal Record Review (Vulnerable Sector Search). Valid driver's license (Class 5) with satisfactory driving record.

Benefits:

o Company events


Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Vision care EFry is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where all those


participating in the organization are valued for their differences. We encourage and


welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including applicants from all cultures


and backgrounds, racialized communities, indigenous communities, diverse sexual and


gender identities, various religious backgrounds, women, and those with disabilities. We are


committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.


We encourage applicants to self-identify if they wish to do so.





Interested Internal candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to hiring@efry.com with the


subject line

Internal RPN 25-SAF-014.

Interested External candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to hiring@efry.com with the


subject line

External RPN 25-SAF-014.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an

interview will be contacted.