Registered Nurse - (214828)

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in British Columbia is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in both the Acute Care Unit and Emergency Department. The ideal candidate will have a valid registration with the BC College of Nurses, advanced training in emergency care, and a minimum of two years' experience in relevant medical fields. This role includes responsibilities for patient safety and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Advanced preparation in emergency/obstetrics specialty training.
• Minimum two years related experience in medical/surgical, emergency/urgent care.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in Acute Care and Emergency Department.
• Coordinate and administer direct patient care utilizing nursing process.
• Respond to emergency situations to safeguard patients and staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Nursing process application

Stress management

Physical capability for duties

Education

Current registration with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives

Advanced preparation in emergency and/or obstetrics

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.

Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, the Registered Nurse works between the Acute Care Unit and the Emergency Department as required; provides professional nursing care to patients as a member of a multidisciplinary team; is responsible and accountable for coordinating and administering direct patient care utilizing the nursing process; provides direction to staff and volunteers; and responds to emergency situations to safeguard patients, visitors and staff in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives professional and practice standards.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. Advanced preparation in emergency and/or obstetrics specialty training. Two (2) years\' recent related experience in medical/surgical, obstetrics, emergency/urgent care, neonatal resuscitation, emergency pediatrics or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply the nursing process effectively in a well-organized manner to the care of assigned patients.
• Ability to physically perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including co-workers, physicians, community agencies, representatives, patients/clients/residents and families.
• Ability to remain calm and to act appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.