Registered Nurse -SPH - (220360)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct care to patients in hospitals and communities. The ideal candidate will have current membership with the BC College of Nurses, two years of experience, and strong communication skills. This role emphasizes patient safety and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Current practicing membership with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Two years' recent related experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in accordance with policies.
• Ensure patient safety as a priority.
• Work collaboratively with a variety of contacts.

Skills

Effective communication

Workload organization

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Current membership with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Two years' experience in a clinical setting

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in the hospital or in the community in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the CRNBC Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Current, practicing membership with BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Two years' recent related experience in a clinical setting where relevant nursing skills and theoretical knowledge has been applied.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts, including co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patients, residents, and families.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.