Health Services for Community Living (HSCL) Nurse (RN/RPN) - (214910)

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

Job summary

A leading health authority seeks an HSCL Nurse to develop and implement health services for adults with developmental disabilities. This role requires a registered nurse with experience in community health, offering direct client care and educational support. The position involves travel and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care and education.

Qualifications

• At least three years of recent, relevant experience.
• Knowledge of current theories and practices related to caring for the developmentally disabled.

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating health services for adult clients with developmental disabilities.
• Providing consultation and in-service education to nurses and caregivers.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Resourcefulness in information gathering

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Crisis intervention skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Health Services for Community Living (HSCL) Nurse participates in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating health services for adult clients/patients with developmental disabilities across various settings, aligned with the Vision and Mission of Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA). The nurse utilizes clinical expertise to serve as a resource, providing consultation and in-service education to nurses, physicians, program teams, service providers, and caregivers regarding client care and treatment. The nurse also advises caregivers, delegates nursing tasks, conducts client assessments, and provides health education in group and individual settings. Direct client care, teaching, and problem-solving are integral to this role.

Travel Requirements

This position involves travel; transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements and may include the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN.
• Graduation from a recognized nursing program or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• At least three (3) years of recent, relevant experience, including two (2) years working with adults with developmental disabilities in the community.
• Knowledge of current theories, practices, legislation related to caring for the developmentally disabled, and education principles for children and adults.

Skills and Abilities

• Apply nursing process as per BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Practice.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Resourcefulness in information gathering and problem-solving.
• Organizational skills to manage workload and priorities.
• Conflict resolution, problem-solving, and consensus-building abilities.
• Sound judgment, observational skills, empathy, and tact.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Planning, organizing, and evaluating client care.
• Crisis intervention skills.
• Development and delivery of educational programs using adult and child education principles.
• Effective interaction with internal and external contacts.
• Promotion of positive public relations.
• Proficiency with related equipment, including computers.

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