Registered Nurse (RN) - BMT Case Navigator

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Registered Nurse in the Bone Marrow Transplant/Leukemia Program. This role involves coordinating transplant activities, providing direct patient care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for patients. With a commitment to innovation and community health, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a significant impact. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth in a workplace recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. If you are passionate about nursing and improving patient lives, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive discount offers

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in British Columbia.
• Two years' experience in a Leukemia/BMT Program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transplant activities for BMT clients/donors.
• Provide direct patient care and develop individualized care plans.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Teaching

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse License

Experience in Leukemia/BMT Program

Tools

Medical Equipment

Computerized Patient Care Information System

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Registered Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Relocation Assistance may be available.

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Bone Marrow Transplant / Leukemia Program at Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will:

1. Coordinate transplant activities for a select population of the Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) clients/donors as determined by the Hematology/BMT Clinical Practice Unit (CPU).
2. Be responsible for providing direct patient care such as initiating transplant workup for clients/donors in collaboration with team members, coordinating diagnostics in preparation for transition to the healthcare facility for transplant, interviewing and assessing clients, and developing individualized care plans.
3. Communicate regularly with clients/donors along the continuum of the transplant process including providing education to clients and their families, and ensuring clients receive all requisite education regarding their upcoming transplant.
4. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals at VCH and other organizations such as the BC Cancer Agency.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

1. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
2. Two (2) years’ experience in a Leukemia/BMT Program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred care model.
2. Broad knowledge of BCCNM standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners.
3. Broad knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice related to Hematology/Leukemia/BMT techniques and standards.
4. Broad knowledge of other healthcare disciplines and their role in client care.
5. Broad knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.
6. Demonstrated ability to problem solve using critical thinking.
7. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and delegate appropriate tasks.
8. Demonstrated ability to teach.
9. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
10. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate.
11. Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict.
12. Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
13. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and re-prioritize work in collaboration with others.
14. Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to designated clinical area.
15. Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
16. Demonstrated computer literacy to operate a computerized patient care information system.
17. Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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