Kidney Care Clinic Registered Nurse

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their Kidney Care Clinic. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional nursing care for patients with chronic and acute kidney conditions, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and care. Your expertise will help establish therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, guiding them through informed choices and self-care practices. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with BC College of Nurses and Midwives required.
• BCLS certification and recent nephrology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for patients with kidney disease.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support patient self-care.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Patient education

Decision-making skills

Equipment operation

Assessment and planning

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Nephrology Nursing program or equivalent

Job description

Kidney Care Clinic Registered Nurse - (213228)

Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: No

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800 - 1600

Days Off: TBD

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE: 0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 0

Planned Start Date: May. 5 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): Required for Professional Registration

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.

Reports to the Manager, Renal Services. Provides nursing care to patients with chronic and acute kidney disease. Works both independently and interdependently as a member of the multidisciplinary team with other care providers. Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through assessment of bio-psycho-social and learning needs and works collaboratively with patients/families to support and facilitate informed choice and self-care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

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

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Recent (within past 5 years) related experience and/or completion of recognized program in Nephrology Nursing or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to teach patients/families.
• Ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for acute and chronic renal disease patients.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE.

Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement (Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume).

1. Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting.
2. Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities.