Registered Nurse - Palliative Response Team - (220899)

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

Job summary

A regional health organization in Victoria is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care in a Palliative Care/Hospice program. The ideal candidate should have registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, along with at least 2 years of nursing experience. Exceptional communication and organizational skills are required. This role may involve travel and the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Successful completion of the Palliative Response Team training program or equivalent.
• 2 years' recent nursing experience in a designated Palliative Care/Hospice program or Community Nursing program.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in accordance with unit/program philosophy.
• Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate.
• Travel may be a requirement of this position.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of Palliative Response Team training

2 years' recent nursing experience

Job description

In alignment with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Victoria Hospice, the safety of patients, clients, families, and staff is a shared responsibility and a top priority. As such, the ongoing commitment to improving quality, enhancing safety, and mitigating risk is integral to every aspect of this role.

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 BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Successful completion of the Palliative Response Team training program or equivalent. 2 years' recent nursing experience in a designated Palliative Care/Hospice program or Community Nursing program.

Valid BC Driver's License.

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.