Island Health·Nanaimo, British Columbia
Utilize a holistic approach for client assessments, planning, organizing, and implementing care.
Provide nursing care to clients with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders through all phases of withdrawal management.
Provide care in a variety of community settings including detox, stabilization, in-home, and outreach.
Work in accordance with established standards, policies, and practices.
Report to the Manager or designate.
Facilitate groups and demonstrate leadership through teaching, coaching, and mentoring.
Collaborate effectively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
Communicate effectively with internal and external contacts including community and facility contacts, staff, physicians, clients, families, and agencies
Close Date Location Clearview Detox Centre (CDC) - Nanaimo, BC V9R 6N5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time as required, 0700-1905/1900-0705/0900-2105 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS n/a Planned Start Date Sep. 1 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), 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 Manager or designate and utilizing a holistic approach for client assessments, planning, organizing, and implementing care following the bio-psychosocial-spiritual model, and in accordance with established standard, policies and practices. The Nurse provides care to clients with substance abuse/co-occurring disorders through all phases and in a variety of community settings such as detox, stabilization, in-home, and out-reach for withdrawal management at various locations. Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN.
Up to two years recent related experience working with clients with addictions and concurrent disorders in a variety of settings including detox, stabilization, in-home, and outpatient.
Knowledge of the Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (2nd ed).
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of applicable legislation.
Knowledge of available programs and services and their interrelationships.
Current First Aid certification.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certificate within first three (3) months of employment.
Experience working with adults and youth with mental health and substance use issues.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Ability to work with seriously addicted and mentally ill clients and their families.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to exercise critical thinking to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to work independently, organize workload, and establish and carry out priorities.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
Physical ability to perform duties and ability to operate related equipment; basic computer skills
Market context
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.