General Duty Nurse - (220590)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada is seeking a registered nurse to provide and evaluate nursing care under supervision. Candidates should have registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, a year’s experience, and ability to manage stressful situations. The role includes following established care standards and requires effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• One year's recent related experience.
• Specialty unit certifications for relevant positions.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, provides and evaluates nursing care.
• Follows established policies, procedures and standards.

Skills

Ability to apply the nursing process effectively

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Basic Life Support, Level C

Recognized post-basic education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the general supervision of the Care Co-coordinator or the Patient Care Manager, assesses, plans, provides and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients in accordance with 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 required for clinical areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 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 (i.e. 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 to the care of assigned patients.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to remain calm and to act appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.