Registered Nurse - (223439)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide quality care to patients in diverse settings. The role requires registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and includes planning and delivering nursing care according to established standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize their workload. This position offers opportunities to impact patient outcomes positively in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Requires registration as a practicing RN registrant.
• Up to two years of recent, related experience may be needed.
• Certifications for specific nursing units may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in various settings.
• Follow the unit/program philosophy and compliance with nursing standards.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Workload organization and priority setting

Effective interaction with diverse contacts

Physical ability to perform nursing 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 (Island Health) 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 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 BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Up to two (2) years recent, related experience depending on clinical setting.

• Specialty unit nurse positions also require area specific specialty certification for the unit.
• Heart Health nurse positions also require demonstrated ability in arrhythmia interpretation as evidenced by a mark of 75% on the VIHA ECG Challenge exam.

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/JD1014.pdf