Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Long-Term Care

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse for Long-Term Care. The role focuses on coordinating and delivering direct nursing care to residents within a multidisciplinary team, aligning with professional standards and organizational values.

Responsibilities include guiding caregivers, maintaining safety, and upholding quality care while adhering to licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant.
• One year's recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of residents/clients.
• Provide guidance to caregivers for resident/client care in line with standards and the care philosophy.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary care environment to ensure patient safety and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Leadership guidance

Physical fitness

Tech literacy

Education

Nursing license (RN/RPN)

Job description

Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Long-Term Care - (237383)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

07:00-19:00, 19:00-07:00

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

0.72

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

51.33

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

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.

The Registered Nurse/ Registered Psychiatric Nurse coordinates and provides direct nursing care to an assigned group of residents/clients. Provides guidance to caregivers for resident /client care consistent with current standards of professional practice, the philosophy of care, and established organizational standards within an interdisciplinary care environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. One year's recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to deal effectively with others
• Ability to be self-directed and to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to provide guidance and direction.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment / Technology

BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE.Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume).1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting.2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities.The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.