Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
The Bridge Youth & Family Services is an Okanagan-based non-profit agency that utilizes evidence-based and client-centered care to provide the best service for our program participants and community. We provide safe, welcoming, and accessible spaces for individuals and families. With more than 50 years of experience, we are looking for creative, compassionate, and innovative individuals with a passion for serving the community. We have a diverse organization which requires a variety of roles, positions, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
About the Role
We are seeking exceptional Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse to join our community based Addiction Nursing team. As a vital member of the nursing team, you'll play a pivotal role in providing compassionate nursing care and support to individuals bravely navigating the journey of substance withdrawal and mental health struggles. In our medically supervised and secure environment, you'll be at the forefront of delivering 24-hour nursing care, supported by access to on-site physicians. Here, we value respect and connection in every interaction as the way to foster an atmosphere where participants feel truly seen and supported. At The Bridge, we understand that our success hinges on the dedication and talent of our team members. That's why we're committed to your personal and professional growth, offering competitive compensation packages and ample opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
Position: This is a continuous posting. When applying, please indicate whether you are interested in a casual, Part-time, or full-time position.
**Compensation:**RN/RPN wage range $43.27- $51.66 per hour with additional on-call compensation for on-call hours plus applicable shift premiums .
- Evening shift premium – additional $3.50 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr
- Weekend shift premium – additional $2.50 per hour between 2400hr (midnight) Friday – 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
- Shift premiums compound- additional $6.00 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr on 2400hr (midnight) Friday – 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
Indirect Compensation:
- 9.31% Pension matching after the 3-month probationary period (FT Positions)
- Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3-month probationary period (PT/FT Positions)
- Flexible Lifestyle or Health Spending Account (PT/FT Positions)
- 3 weeks vacation which increases with length of service (PT/FT Positions)
- 1 paid wellness day per year (PT/FT Positions)
- Paid Birthday off (PT/FT Positions)
- Paid sick time which increases with length of service (PT/FT Positions)
- Paid Lunch Period
- Nursing License Fee Reimbursement
- Employer Paid Training (CPR-C/First Aid, NVCI Etc…)
- Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities
Qualifications
Education and experience
- RN/RPN with current registration with BCCNM
- Experience with addictions and mental health would be an asset
Job skills and abilities
- Well developed interpersonal, oral, and written skills.
- Proficient knowledge of group process and facilitation techniques.
- Good time management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with program team, social workers, and other community professionals.
Other Requirements
- Criminal record check in accordance with agency policy
- Medical clearances
- First aid/CPR certificate (preferred)
- Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.
We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those candidates shortlisted for an interview.
The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer
Education
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree or better in Nursing
- Diploma or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
- First Aid CC
- NVCI
About The Bridge Youth & Family Services
We embrace the Okanagan community with two distinct arms of service. One, focusing on community and families by working preventatively with new parents and their infants, counselling families who are struggling with their role, and working on behalf of the Ministry of Children and Family Development with young people in our community who are the most marginalized, street entrenched and disenfranchised.
Our second focus includes our recovery and addictions programs. The Bridge is the largest provider of substance use services for the Interior Health Authority, we provide Supported Recovery Housing, Intensive Live-In Adult Treatment, community-based naloxone training, Outreach Overdose Prevention, and Withdrawal Management – detox – for both young people and adults.
Governed by a committed Board of Directors, led by a seasoned Executive Director, and supported by a team of more than 100 professional staff and volunteers, the organization has consistently demonstrated its capacity to effectively and responsively meet the needs of the community it serves.
Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
The Bridge Youth & Family Services is an Okanagan-based non-profit agency that utilizes evidence-based and client-centered care to provide the best service for our program participants and community. We provide safe, welcoming, and accessible spaces for individuals and families. With more than 50 years of experience, we are looking for creative, compassionate, and innovative individuals with a passion for serving the community. We have a diverse organization which requires a variety of roles, positions, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
About the Role
We are seeking exceptional Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse to join our community based Addiction Nursing team. As a vital member of the nursing team, you'll play a pivotal role in providing compassionate nursing care and support to individuals bravely navigating the journey of substance withdrawal and mental health struggles. In our medically supervised and secure environment, you'll be at the forefront of delivering 24-hour nursing care, supported by access to on-site physicians. Here, we value respect and connection in every interaction as the way to foster an atmosphere where participants feel truly seen and supported. At The Bridge, we understand that our success hinges on the dedication and talent of our team members. That's why we're committed to your personal and professional growth, offering competitive compensation packages and ample opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
Position: This is a continuous posting. When applying, please indicate whether you are interested in a casual, Part-time, or full-time position.
**Compensation:**RN/RPN wage range $43.27- $51.66 per hour with additional on-call compensation for on-call hours plus applicable shift premiums .
- Evening shift premium – additional $3.50 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr
- Weekend shift premium – additional $2.50 per hour between 2400hr (midnight) Friday – 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
- Shift premiums compound- additional $6.00 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr on 2400hr (midnight) Friday – 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
Indirect Compensation:
- 9.31% Pension matching after the 3-month probationary period (FT Positions)
- Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3-month probationary period (PT/FT Positions)
- Flexible Lifestyle or Health Spending Account (PT/FT Positions)
- 3 weeks vacation which increases with length of service (PT/FT Positions)
- 1 paid wellness day per year (PT/FT Positions)
- Paid Birthday off (PT/FT Positions)
- Paid sick time which increases with length of service (PT/FT Positions)
- Paid Lunch Period
- Nursing License Fee Reimbursement
- Employer Paid Training (CPR-C/First Aid, NVCI Etc…)
- Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities
Qualifications
Education and experience
- RN/RPN with current registration with BCCNM
- Experience with addictions and mental health would be an asset
Job skills and abilities
- Well developed interpersonal, oral, and written skills.
- Proficient knowledge of group process and facilitation techniques.
- Good time management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with program team, social workers, and other community professionals.
Other Requirements
- Criminal record check in accordance with agency policy
- Medical clearances
- First aid/CPR certificate (preferred)
- Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.
We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those candidates shortlisted for an interview.
The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer
Education
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree or better in Nursing
- Diploma or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
- First Aid CC
- NVCI
About The Bridge Youth & Family Services
We embrace the Okanagan community with two distinct arms of service. One, focusing on community and families by working preventatively with new parents and their infants, counselling families who are struggling with their role, and working on behalf of the Ministry of Children and Family Development with young people in our community who are the most marginalized, street entrenched and disenfranchised.
Our second focus includes our recovery and addictions programs. The Bridge is the largest provider of substance use services for the Interior Health Authority, we provide Supported Recovery Housing, Intensive Live-In Adult Treatment, community-based naloxone training, Outreach Overdose Prevention, and Withdrawal Management – detox – for both young people and adults.
Governed by a committed Board of Directors, led by a seasoned Executive Director, and supported by a team of more than 100 professional staff and volunteers, the organization has consistently demonstrated its capacity to effectively and responsively meet the needs of the community it serves.