Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) – Forensic Psychiatry
Location: Campbellton, NB
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $45 – $55 per hour
Schedule: Rotating shifts (8- or 12-hour shifts, subject to operational needs)
Language Skills: Bilingualism in English and French is preferred but not mandatory. Non-bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
About the Role
Vitalité Health Network is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses Class A (RNCA) to join the Forensic Psychiatry – Community Reintegration Unit in Campbellton, New Brunswick.
In this role, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care tailored to individual patient needs in a specialized psychiatric setting. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team while actively contributing to patient safety, quality improvement, recovery, and successful community reintegration.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide holistic nursing assessments, interventions, and care to patients within the Forensic Psychiatry unit.
- Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to support patient recovery, safety, and community reintegration.
- Monitor patients and respond appropriately to changes in their physical and mental health status.
- Maintain professional standards, ethical practices, and strict patient confidentiality.
- Participate in unit-level quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Promote a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment for patients, families, and colleagues.
Key Qualifications
- Education & Registration: Active registration, or eligibility for registration, with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (NANB/OPINB).
- Basic Life Support: Current BLS/SIR certification.
- Specialized Training: Candidates must have, or be willing to complete upon hire:
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) – Advanced Physical Skills.Prevention and Management of Suicidal Behaviour in a Psychiatric Hospital Setting course.
- Legal Authorization: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada/New Brunswick.
- Background Check: Must successfully complete a Criminal Record Check, including the Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Adaptability and the ability to work in a specialized, fast-paced psychiatric environment.
- Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
Preferred QualificationsCandidates with the following experience or qualifications will be considered an asset:
- Previous experience in forensic psychiatry, mental health, or psychiatric nursing.
- Experience working with patients requiring complex mental health care.
- Experience in crisis intervention, suicide prevention, or behavioral health.
- Knowledge of community reintegration and recovery-oriented care.
- English and French bilingual communication skills.
- Strong leadership and conflict-resolution skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Rotating 8- and 12-hour shifts.
- Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available and will be discussed directly during the offer stage.
- Comprehensive benefits package through the union (NBNU).
- Opportunity to work within a specialized forensic mental health environment.
How to Apply
If you are a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in forensic mental health and community reintegration, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your updated resume along with your nursing registration and relevant certifications. You may also reach us at [email protected]
Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Pay: $45.00-$55.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36.0 per week
Work Location: In person
