Registered Nurse - Home Dialysis Clinic - (216287)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a registered nurse specializing in nephrology to ensure safe practices for home dialysis patients. The role involves patient training and coordination with external agencies to manage equipment and supply needs. Ideal candidates should have experience in peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, and be committed to improving healthcare quality.

Qualifications

• Registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as an RN registrant.
• Two years' experience in Nephrology nursing related to peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe patient and family practice in home dialysis.
• Interface with agencies on supplies and equipment delivery.

Skills

Communication

Community Engagement

Independent Work

Teaching

Physical Fitness

Education

Registered Nurse

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.

Under the general direction of the Manager, Renal Services and the Nurse Clinician responsible for training and follow-up of Peritoneal Dialysis /Home Hemodialysis patients, ensuring safe patient and family practice in the home, and inter-facing with outside agencies and hospitals on supplies and equipment delivery for Peritoneal and Home Hemodialysis patients.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Two years' recent related experience in Nephrology nursing, specifically related to peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with the community and hospital personnel.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to teach using adult education principles.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD984.pdf