General Duty Nurse: Patient-Centered Care & Safety

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

Job summary

A health authority is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care for assigned patients in Port Alberni. Under the supervision of management, the nurse will assess, plan, and evaluate care in accordance with established standards. The ideal candidate will possess registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, certification in Basic Life Support, and relevant clinical experience. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety while ensuring continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing RN registrant with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Basic Life Support, Level C certification required.
• Specialty certification for specific units if applying for specialty positions.
• Emergency Room, ICU, and Critical Care positions require Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
• Two years' recent related experience for critical care and specialty units.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to apply the nursing process effectively

Physical ability to perform duties

Effective communication skills

Calmness in stressful situations

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Basic Life Support, Level C

Post-basic education

One year's recent related experience

Job description

A health authority is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care for assigned patients in Port Alberni. Under the supervision of management, the nurse will assess, plan, and evaluate care in accordance with established standards. The ideal candidate will possess registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, certification in Basic Life Support, and relevant clinical experience. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety while ensuring continuous quality improvement.