General Duty Nurse - (204796)

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high-quality nursing care to patients. The role requires effective communication, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and adherence to established healthcare standards. Ideal candidates will possess the required certifications and recent relevant experience, especially in specialty units.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with at least one year recent experience.
• Specialty certification required for specific units (e.g., ER, ICU).
• Physical ability to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, provides, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients.
• Follows established policies, procedures, and standards for care.
• Works under supervision of Care Coordinator or Patient Care Manager.

Skills

Ability to apply the nursing process effectively

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Basic Life Support, Level C

Post-basic education for clinical areas or equivalent

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. Continuous improvement in quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Under the general supervision of the Care Coordinator or the Patient Care Manager, the registered nurse assesses, plans, provides, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients according to established policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Basic Life Support, Level C, is required.
• Recognized post-basic education for clinical areas or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year's recent related experience.

Specialty unit nurse positions also require area-specific specialty certification for the unit. Emergency Room, ICU, and Critical Care Relief Pool positions require Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Critical care and specialty units (e.g., Emergency, ICU, O.R., P.A.R., Obstetrics, Paediatrics, Psychiatry) require two years of recent related experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to apply the nursing process effectively in patient care.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and act appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1858.pdf