ICU/HAU Critical Care Nurse - (219789)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care in critical care settings. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of applicable experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage workload effectively. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and have experience with arrhythmia interpretation. Opportunities for advancement and professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent Critical Care nursing experience.
• Able to interpret arrhythmias with a score of 75% on VIHA ECG Challenge exam.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support and CRRT are assets.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in various settings.
• Continuously improve quality and safety in nursing practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

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

Job description

Overview

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in the hospital or in the community in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

Qualifications

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Minimum 2 years recent Critical Care nursing experience and or an accredited Critical Care course. Demonstrated ability in arrhythmia interpretation as evidenced by a mark of 75% on the VIHA ECG Challenge exam. Advanced Cardiac Life Support and CRRT (continuous renal replacement therapy) are assets.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts, including co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patients, residents and families.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3027.pdf