Registered Nurse (rn), Clinical Practice Lead, Long Term Care

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to deliver compassionate patient care at Jubilee Lodge. In this role, you will be responsible for contributing to quality resident care, nursing practice, and enhancing geriatric services. You will work within a multidisciplinary team and ensure effective nursing practices. Candidates must have registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives and five years of experience in gerontology. This position offers a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Five years recent experience in gerontology.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of quality resident care and professional nursing practice.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Support nursing practice assessment and development.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of clinical standards

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN

Five years recent experience in gerontology

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Jubilee Lodge. Reporting to the Manager (or designate), the Clinical Practice Lead contributes to the delivery of quality resident care, professional nursing practice and the enhancement of geriatric services in a Long Term Care setting through nursing practice assessment and development, clinical consultation, quality improvement, care coordination, staff health and other leadership activities. The Clinical Practice Lead will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and work collaboratively with others to positively impact nursing care in Long Term Care nursing practice.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00

Jubilee Lodge

Attached to the University Hospital of Northern BC, Jubilee Lodge is a 66‑bed facility with one‑bed, two‑bed and four‑bed units. The facility features a common dining room, solarium sitting area and a large patio. Recreation Therapy is provided on site, offering activities such as hymn‑sing, school visits with the elderly, and choral groups.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• All supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include program certificates or diplomas, high school/college/university transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Five (5) years recent experience in gerontology and demonstrated competencies in leadership or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all levels.
• Effective interpersonal skills including excellent listening.
• Physical and mental ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to organize own workload, establish priorities and work independently.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer software applications.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and clinical standards.
• Ability to foster working relationships, both internal and external at all levels.
• Ability to analyze and problem‑solve complex issues toward creative solutions.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities or unforeseen opportunities.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and balance multiple activities concurrently.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.