Jobs in Canada

25+ jobs

Email me new jobs Save this search

Added 3 mins ago
Activity Aide, Adult Day Program - Temporary, Full-time
VON Canada (Ontario)
Peterborough, ON
$17.6 to $23.82 CAD / hour
Full-time · Temporary
Collaboration with Program Coordinator, Recreation Therapist, RPN, Supervisor and Manager
Added 1 hour ago
Clinical Manager
Youth Habilitation Quinte Inc.
Belleville, ON
Full-time
Youthab’s mental health program offers a spectrum of services to young adults, primarily 13 to 24 years of age, who have difficulties with mental health, substance use, family, housing,…
Added 1 hour ago
Facility Service Worker
YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
North Bay, ON
…we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services…
Added 2 hours ago
Well Management Section Manager - Health Program Manager Senior
Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment
Saint-Paul, NB · St.-Paul, NB
Full-time
Working Title: Well Management Section Manager
Added 2 hours ago
Executive Director Cannabis Expungement Board
Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment
Saint-Paul, NB · St.-Paul, NB
Full-time
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Shelter Resource Worker
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Campbell River, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Homemaker
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Program Resource Worker
Lookout Housing + Health Society
North Vancouver, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Harm Reduction Outreach
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Abbotsford, BC
Full-time
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Program Resource Worker
Lookout Housing + Health Society
North Vancouver, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Clinical Support Worker
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Clinical Support Worker
Lookout Housing + Health Society
North Vancouver, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 9 hours ago
Active Living Manager - 14 month contract
COGIR Real Estate
Burlington, ON
Full-time
As our next Active Living Manager you are an energetic, vibrant, and creative leader who thrives on assessing residents' needs. You will be responsible for enhancing the quality of life for…
Added 9 hours ago
Cook - Casual
COGIR Real Estate
East Gwillimbury, ON
Full-time
Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
Added 9 hours ago
Job Title Residential Building Attendant
Lookout Housing + Health Society
Vancouver, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 10 hours ago
Operations Support Analyst, eHealth
First Nations Health Authority
Vancouver, BC · Metro Vancouver A, BC
Full-time
Reporting to the Operations Manager, eHealth, the Operation Support Analyst provides support to FNHA eHealth for maintaining the FNHA Supported EMR and Telehealth network to an expanding…
Added 11 hours ago
FT - Program Coordinator - Outreach Surrey
Connective
Surrey, BC
Internship
Provides direct support services as assigned by Program Manager.
Added 12 hours ago
Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Registered Nurse
Brant Community Healthcare System
Brantford, ON
Full-time
Reporting to the Clinical Manager of Geriatrics, your goal in this position is to be responsible for providing expert clinical assessment and for making recommendations regarding the health…
Added 14 hours ago
Lay Minister - Pastoral Ministry & Parish Engagement Coordinator
Roman Catholic Diocese of Hamilton, Ontario
Ancaster, ON
Internship
…will work with parishioners, volunteers, young people, young adults, families, and our Catholic schools to encourage greater participation and engagement in parish…
Added 14 hours ago
Shelter Resource Worker
Lookout Housing and Health
Campbell River, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 14 hours ago
Clinical Support Worker
Lookout Housing and Health
North Vancouver, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 14 hours ago
Harm Reduction Outreach
Lookout Housing and Health
Abbotsford, BC
Full-time
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 14 hours ago
Homemaker
Lookout Housing and Health
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 14 hours ago
Residential Building Attendant
Lookout Housing and Health
Vancouver, BC
Internship
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…
Added 14 hours ago
Clinical Support Worker
Lookout Housing and Health
North Vancouver, BC
Full-time
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting…

Provincial Health Services Authority

Direct Care Nurse, Minimum and Medium Security Units FPS

Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Original job description

Job Summary

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Under direction of the Clinical Nurse Leader or designate, the Direct Care Nurse provides nursing care delivery and care planning for forensic psychiatric patients directly or in conjunction with an interdisciplinary and Unit based treatment team or supervisor. The Direct Care Nurse interprets and applies methods, techniques and procedures to address the needs of individual patients. Liaises with other members of the health care team, maintains accurate records, provides support and guidance to patients and their families and other health care professionals, and provides input into policies and procedures.

Duties/Accountabilities

Provides direct care in accordance with the care plan by methods such as performing protocols and interventions, implementing behaviour management strategies and meeting care recipient needs; applying approved techniques, procedures and treatments; administering prescribed medication. Recognizes and identifies signs and symptoms, and detects changes in patients’ conditions; reports and records as indicated.
Collects and documents patient health care information. Maintains complete and accurate records of nursing observation, interventions and evaluation of nursing care. Maintains complete and accurate records of telephone communications as well.
Plans direct care and contributes to the physical and psychological well-being of the patients by methods such as assessing clinical requirements, status and condition of care recipients; developing care plans based on identified needs, participating in various interdisciplinary assessment and screening processes, and including patient and family, when appropriate, in planning nursing care; and implementing care plans, evaluating outcomes and revising plans to address gaps and to respond to the needs of care recipients.
Consults with nurses, members of the interdisciplinary team and other health care professionals and accesses any other available resources in relation to overall care planning issues. Meets with other members of the health care team to discuss and review the care plan. Maintains liaison between nurses, physicians, family, and community resources for individual patients to ensure continuity of care.
Supports patients with psychosocial, life, and personal care skills by methods such as teaching and providing guidance to patients, supervising and participating in routine care of the patients including personal hygiene and maintaining normal body functions; utilizing accepted modalities such as Social Learning Theory, role-playing, and group therapy; and identifying and pursuing advocacy issues on behalf of patients.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, families and staff, which may extend to patients attending off unit activities or programs by following established emergency procedures and safety practices and procedures, assuming responsibility for unit security, and directing tasks specific to the maintenance of security in order to provide for appropriate care delivery.
Identifies own learning needs, reviews these with the Clinical Nurse Leader or Clinical Services Manager, and engages in a variety of activities to meet these needs.
Participates in team meetings, continuing education, conferences, and/or corporate initiatives by methods such as providing input from a nursing perspective, presenting relevant material, acting as an advocate for the goals and objectives of the program, and promoting optimal support for patients.
Participates in the orientation and continuing education of staff and students by preceptoring and role-modelling.
Acts as a clinical resource/support person to patients and families and nursing and health care professionals by explaining the theoretical rationale for nursing decisions.
Provides input to the Clinical Nurse Leader, Clinical Services Manager or designate regarding policies, procedures and operational requirements by observing service needs and providing spoken or written suggestions which address patient and family needs and promote effective use of resources.
Promotes the implementation and evaluation of nursing research and quality improvement activities by keeping current through attendance at educational and in-service opportunities.
Maintains and updates relevant knowledge and understanding of Forensic Psychiatric Nursing practice, forensic psychiatric community mental health, nursing standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics, and the applicable sections of the Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, FPSC health information records as per FPSC policy.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Psychiatric Nursing or Nursing.
One (1) year of recent experience working in a forensic or acute psychiatric hospital setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPR Training – Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level 1.

Skills And Abilities

Current and updated knowledge of changes and developments in the practice of psychiatric nursing and of applicable Federal and Provincial legislation (i.e. the Criminal Code of Canada, Forensic Psychiatry Act, the Mental Health Act, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Young Offenders Act, Public Trustee Act).
Broad knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of behavioural, social emotional and mental health/psychiatric issues in adults.
Broad knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.
Demonstrated organizational, facilitation, decision making and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain records, charts, and reports.
Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of multidisciplinary care team, work independently, and function as a nursing resource.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, and deal with conflict.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

Provides and documents direct nursing care for forensic psychiatric patients, including assessment, care planning, medication administration, behavior management, and evaluation of outcomes. Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support well-being, maintain unit safety, contribute to staff education, and improve care practices.

Requirements

Requires current Registered Nurse registration in British Columbia, graduation from a recognized nursing or psychiatric nursing diploma program, and one year of recent forensic or acute psychiatric hospital experience (or equivalent education and experience). Also requires Basic Cardiac Life Support Level 1 and knowledge of psychiatric nursing, relevant legislation, adult mental health, communication, documentation, and multidisciplinary care.

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing
Forensic Nursing
Direct Patient Care
Care Planning
Medication Administration
Behavior Management
Patient Assessment
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Clinical Documentation
Patient Advocacy
Crisis Response
Conflict Resolution
Leadership
Communication
Quality Improvement
Staff Precepting

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Registered Nurse
Psychiatric Nursing
Forensic Psychiatric Nursing
Forensic Psychiatry
Acute Psychiatric Hospital
Basic Cardiac Life Support
BCLS Level 1
Patient Assessment
Care Planning
Medication Administration
Behavior Management
Social Learning Theory
Group Therapy
Role-Playing
Interdisciplinary Care Team
Patient Advocacy
Clinical Documentation
Quality Improvement
Nursing Research
Staff Precepting
Mental Health Act
Criminal Code of Canada
Forensic Psychiatry Act
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
Young Offenders Act
Public Trustee Act
Patient Safety
Crisis Response
Conflict Resolution
Nursing Code of Ethics

Report this job