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Ways to move up or open doors
Forensic psychiatry
Secure hospitals and corrections. Very steady work.
Opioid use disorder certification
BC (British Columbia) offers a certified RPN (registered psychiatric nurse) designation for prescribing in addiction care.
Master of Psychiatric Nursing
Brandon University offers one. Opens leadership, teaching and advanced practice.
Charge nurse or team lead
The first step up the grid after a few years on a unit.