Registered Nurse - (223459)

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct nursing care to patients in accordance with established standards. The ideal candidate will be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and have up to two years of recent clinical experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for dealing with a variety of contacts including patients and families. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing RN registrant with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Experience in a clinical setting is required.
• Specialty certification may be needed for specific units.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients/residents.
• Plan and organize nursing care according to standards.
• Work collaboratively with the nurse manager and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to deal with diverse contacts

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Up to 2 years of recent, related experience

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