General Duty Nurse - (215540)

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

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a dedicated nurse to join its team, emphasizing patient and staff safety. The role requires the nurse to assess and deliver nursing care effectively while adhering to established standards. A commitment to continuous improvement in quality and safety is encouraged, along with relevant qualifications such as BC College registration and specific certifications for specialty units.

Qualifications

• One year's recent related experience required.
• Specialty certification for specific units is necessary.
• Basic Life Support, Level C required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients.
• Follow established policies and procedures in care delivery.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to apply nursing process

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (for critical care positions)

Two years recent related experience (for specialty units)

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 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 registrant. Basic Life Support, Level C required. Recognized post-basic education for clinical areas or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One year's recent related experience.

• Specialty unit nurse positions require area-specific specialty certification for the unit.
• Emergency Room, ICU, and Critical Care Relief Pool 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 and organize patient care efficiently.
• 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