USTAT Nurse (RN/RPN)

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator, Urgent Short Term Assessment and Treatment Services (USTAT) & Group Psychotherapy Program within the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) and working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the USTAT Nurse provides urgent individual and group clinical response and psychotherapeutic services to adults with mental health and addiction issues. The USTAT Nurse participates in planning and assessment of community resources and client needs, liaises with relevant community services, links the USTAT & Group Psychotherapy program with other service agencies, and provides information on USTAT & Grou...