General Duty Nurse - (214788)

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

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive patient care in various clinical settings. The role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating nursing care while adhering to established protocols. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and possess relevant certifications and experience, particularly in specialty units. This position offers a chance to contribute to patient safety and quality care in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year's recent related experience.
• Specialty unit nurses require area-specific certification.
• Emergency Room, ICU, and Critical Care Relief Pool positions require Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Work under supervision of Care Coordinator or Patient Care Manager.

Skills

Effective application of the nursing process

Effective verbal and written communication

Physical ability to perform duties

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Education

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

Basic Life Support, Level C

Post-basic education in relevant clinical areas

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.

Under the general supervision of the Care Co-coordinator or the Patient Care Manager, the nurse assesses, plans, provides, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients following established policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience

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

• Specialty unit nurses require area-specific certification.
• 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' recent related experience.

Skills and Abilities

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

About the Company

Island Health, also known as Vancouver Island Health Authority, is the publicly funded healthcare provider in southwestern British Columbia, Canada.

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