Nurse Clinician, Enterostomal Therapy - (214939)

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

Job summary

A leading health authority in Victoria is seeking a Nurse Clinician specializing in Enterostomal Therapy. The role involves providing direct patient care, developing educational programs, and supervising nursing staff. Candidates must have relevant nursing qualifications and experience in surgical and wound management.

Qualifications

• At least three years recent surgical experience in ostomy, fistula, and wound management.
• Two years recent Enterostomal Therapy experience or equivalent.
• CNA certification in the specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs/services.
• Provides consultation and in-service education to healthcare team members.
• Supervises staff and is responsible for patient assessment and education.

Skills

Knowledge of current theories

Effective verbal communication

Ability to work collaboratively

Organizational skills

Assess learning needs

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Tools

Valid BC Driver's License

Job description

Nurse Clinician, Enterostomal Therapy - (214939)

Pay 49.20 - 67.08 / hour

Location Victoria/British Columbia

Employment type Other

Job Description

• Req#: 2149540

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous improvement in quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Program Manager or designate, the Nurse Clinician participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs/services aligned with the Vision and Mission of Island Health. Utilizes clinical expertise to function as a resource, providing consultation and in-service education to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members regarding patient care within the specialty area. Supervises staff, assigns work, and is responsible for patient assessment, staff education, and traveling to various sites as required. Provides direct patient care, teaching, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN. Graduation from a recognized nursing program with CNA certification in the specialty area or an equivalent combination of education and experience. At least three years recent surgical experience in ostomy, fistula, and wound management, or two years recent Enterostomal Therapy experience, or an equivalent combination.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current theories, technologies, and practices in the specialty area.
• Knowledge of child/adult education principles.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and evaluate patient care.
• Assess learning needs across the lifespan.
• Apply adult learning principles in teaching.
• Effective interaction with internal and external contacts, including co-workers, physicians, community agencies, patients, and families.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

For more details, visit: https://jd.viha.ca/JD1978.pdf

Notice

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