General Duty Nurse - (218174)

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care for patients. The role includes assessing, planning, and evaluating care under supervision, while prioritizing safety. Candidates should have BC College registration, proven experience, and effective communication skills to excel in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing RN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• At least one year's recent related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients.
• Work under the supervision of the Care Co-coordinator or Patient Care Manager.
• Ensure patient and staff safety as a priority.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to perform under stress

Nursing process application

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Basic Life Support, Level C

Recognized post-basic education for 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. 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 registrant. Basic Life Support, Level C 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 also 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

• Ability to apply the nursing process effectively in a well-organized manner for the care of assigned patients.
• 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