ICU/HAU Critical Care Nurse - (222561)

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct nursing care to patients in critical care. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of critical care nursing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to interpret arrhythmias. Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives is essential. This role requires both clinical expertise and effective organization within a team setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent Critical Care nursing experience.
• Demonstrated ability in arrhythmia interpretation.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients/residents.
• Ensure compliance with BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Workload organization

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for the duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

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.