Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Perioperative - Operating Room - (214245)

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is offering a full-time training opportunity for Registered Nurses to prepare for work in a specialty department. Successful candidates will receive practical training and be placed in a full-time rotation within the department. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety, requiring effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN.
• Recent medical and/or surgical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in hospital or community settings.
• Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Position Overview

This position offers a regular full-time training opportunity (theory and practicum) to prepare staff for work in a specified Island Health specialty department. Upon successful completion, staff will be placed into a full-time rotation within the department they trained for.

Additional Notes

There is an 18-month return of service requirement as a permanent employee within the Island Health specialty department. Staff may transfer between departments within the same specialty. The post-basic training requires full-time attendance. For more details, visit the Professional Practice Website.

Organizational Values and Safety

Aligned with Island Health's vision, purpose, values, and strategic direction, patient and staff safety are priorities shared by all. Continuous quality and safety improvements are integral to this role.

Reporting and Responsibilities

Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in hospital or community settings, following the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice.

Qualifications

• Registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN.
• Recent medical and/or surgical experience.
• Post-training, candidates will be assigned to a regular position within the specialty department.

Work Conditions

Work hours, days off, and work area may vary based on operational needs, collective agreement, and applicable statutes.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize workload and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, physicians, community agencies, patients, families, and residents.
• Physical capability to perform job duties.

For more details, see the full job description here.