Registered Nurse (rn), Primary Care

Northern Health; Masset; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Moving expense support

Employee referral program

Job summary

North Haida Gwaii Hospital, part of Northern Health, seeks a Registered Nurse/LPN Team Lead to supervise Home Support Services, coordinate client care plans, and mentor Community Health Workers.

Under the supervision of the manager, you will train staff, ensure safe, ethical care across settings including homes and clinics, and collaborate with an interprofessional team to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Two (2) years of recent, related experience including one (1) year in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Community Health Workers and oversee the implementation of client care plans.
• Provide training and evaluation of personal care techniques.
• Advocate for patients and families and work as part of an interprofessional team to deliver safe, ethical care.
• Coordinate Home Support Services across settings such as physician practices, homes, schools, and communities.

Skills

Supervising others

Communication skills

Care planning

Home support knowledge

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Tools

Driver's license (BC)

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 North Haida Gwaii Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Support Team Lead practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outline by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Coordinates Home Support Services by supervising Community Health Workers, overseeing the implementation of client care plans, providing training and evaluation of personal care techniques, provides advocacy services, and also functions as a member of the interprofessional team and applies best practice to provide competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, schools, and communities.

Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BC's family physicians, the regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners are working together in their local communities and collectively to redesign B.C.'s primary and community care system so that it works better for patients and health-care providers.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, Friday, Days, 07:30 to 15:30

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Two (2) years of recent, related experience including one (1) year in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver's License.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to supervise others.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills within a specific clinical specialty or patient population dependent on the nature of the caseload (e.g. acute care, gerontology, palliative, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize; and ability to implement a plan of care.
• Ability to operate related equipment including proficiency in relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Use of own vehicle.

Where you will be working

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Masset

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here's what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants