Registered Nurse - Operating Room - (223383)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in British Columbia is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct nursing care to patients in the operating room. The ideal candidate will possess registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and will have completed a recognized peri-operative program or have recent operating room experience. Effective communication and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritize workload and work well with diverse contacts. This position prioritizes patient and staff safety in compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing RN registrant with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Recent experience in the operating room is essential.
• Registration must be maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in the operating room.
• Plan care in accordance with competency guidelines and policies.
• Ensure safety and quality in all aspects of care provided.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Recognized Peri-operative Program or recent operating room experience

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.

Reports to the Manager, or designate. Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/ in the Operating Room in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the CRNBC 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. Recognized Peri-operative Program or recent operating room experience essential.

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.