Registered Nurse (rn), Clinical Resource

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Terrace is looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their team. The ideal candidate will have clinical expertise in diabetes management and a passion for delivering compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care, providing clinical support, and training staff. The position offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health and dental

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer paid training opportunities

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Qualifications

• Current registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Three years of clinical nursing experience, including one year in a supervisory role.
• Expertise in chronic disease management with a focus on diabetes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritize patient/client care activities.
• Provide consultation and clinical support to other nurses.
• Implement clinical education plans for staff.

Skills

Clinical proficiency in diabetes management

Teaching and mentoring skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse

Three years related clinical nursing experience

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 the Terrace Health Unit.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Clinical Resource Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family centered care model.

The Resource Nurse coordinates, screens and prioritizes patient/patient/client activities by assessing patients/clients, consulting with the interdisciplinary team and coordinating patient/client care across the continuum of care; acts as a clinical resource to other nurses and team members by providing consultation and clinical support based on specialized theory, knowledge, education and practice in the designated clinical area; intervenes in patient/client care provided by other nurses and/or healthcare providers, as required to ensure that patient/client outcomes are consistent with patient/client care plans and the delivery of quality patient/client care; implements, evaluates and recommends clinical education plans for nurses and other staff in the designated clinical area to ensure staff are up to date on current evidence-based practice, patient/client care issues and research; provides nursing and clinical education/training through individual and/or group assessment of clinical skills, including the training of nursing staff to provide educational sessions; reviews and evaluates care plans developed for patients/clients and takes corrective action.

Designated Clinical Area: Chronic Disease Management, clinical expertise in Diabetes required. Travel within Northwest required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:30 to 17:00

Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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)
• Any 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

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Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years' recent related clinical nursing experience in the designated clinical area, including one (1) year experience in a supervisory/leadership role, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Clinical proficiency/expertise in designated clinical area.
• Ability to role model direct care skills, coach, mentor and teach nursing skills that are compliant with current standards of practice and that ensure quality of care.
• Ability to apply educational theories and evidence to teaching practices.
• Ability to identify learning needs of individual or groups of staff.
• Ability to foster effective teaching and learning relationships.
• Ability to facilitate learning and create effective learning environments.
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders in preparing proper learner environments.
• Ability to develop and use proper practice assessment tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently in an organized and self-directed manner.
• Ability to problem-solve and effectively deal with conflict situations.
• Ability to conceptualize teaching from a unit to regional focus.
• Knowledge of research processes and methodology.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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.