Registered Nurse - PICU - (222453)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Pediatric ICU. The role involves planning and providing direct nursing care to patients, ensuring quality and safety according to established guidelines. Candidates must have current RN registration, a Pediatric ICU education certificate, and effective communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dedicated team focused on improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN.
• Knowledge of physiology and psychology of children aged newborn to 16 years.
• Up to two years recent experience in Pediatric ICU.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in the Pediatric ICU.
• Ensure compliance with unit/program philosophy and competency guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the Nurse Manager and other healthcare personnel.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Current CPR Basic Rescuer

Pediatric ICU education certificate

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 Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate, the Registered Nurse - PICU plans and provides direct nursing care to patients in the hospital in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Current CPR Basic Rescuer. Knowledge of physiology and psychology of children aged newborn to 16 years; recognized Pediatric ICU education certificate; up to two years recent (within the past 2 years) experience in Pediatric ICU; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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.