Remote Certified Primary Care Nurse - (207313)

Island Health; Gold River; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Remote Certified Primary Care Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The nurse will provide essential health services in remote communities, focusing on disease prevention, chronic disease management, and emergency care. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to culturally sensitive practices. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in community health while enjoying a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• 3 years of recent related experience or equivalent education.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN(C).
• Eligibility for remote nursing certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in remote communities.
• Participate in health promotion activities.
• Manage chronic diseases and acute care across the lifespan.

Skills

Client-centered care

Trauma-informed care

Culturally safe care

Initial and ongoing client assessments

Evidence-based nursing care

Care planning and coordination

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Strong communication skills

Time and resource management

Education

Remote nursing certification

Registration with BC College of Nurses

Basic Life Support Level 'C'

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Trauma Nursing Core Course

Tools

Relevant medical equipment

Computer applications

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Remote Certified Primary Care Nurse practices autonomously, utilizing an extended scope of practice defined by various levels of regulatory guidance, including provincial legislation, BC College of Nurses and Midwives scope of practice, standards, and code of ethics; Nurse and Nurse Practitioners of BC decision support tools; Island Health policies, procedures, and guidelines; and individual nurse competencies.

This role involves working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care and participating in health promotion activities for groups and individuals in remote communities. The care approach must be community and culturally sensitive, client-focused, and aim to maintain or improve health. Responsibilities include disease prevention, chronic disease management, and acute care across the lifespan, including emergency assessment, treatment, palliative care, health status assessment, and coordination of health services.

Travel may be required, and transportation arrangements must meet Island Health operational requirements, potentially including the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Remote nursing certification or eligibility to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN(C).
• Three years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Basic Life Support Level 'C' certification, with additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Trauma Nursing Core Course preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally safe care.
• Competence in initial and ongoing client assessments and evidence-based nursing care.
• Ability to instruct clients and others on health topics.
• Knowledge of care planning, care coordination, and community programs and services.
• Understanding of community health, chronic disease, emergency, geriatric, and palliative nursing practices.
• Conflict resolution, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound judgment, observation, assessment, tact, and empathy.
• Ability to intervene effectively in crises or difficult situations.
• Strong communication skills for interprofessional collaboration and respectful workplaces.
• Effective time and resource management.
• Self-awareness and commitment to continuous professional development.
• Ability to incorporate research and evidence-based practices into nursing care.
• Proficiency with relevant equipment and computer applications.
• Ability to promote positive change and perform the duties of the position.
• Use of personal vehicle as required.

For more details, see the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD5611.pdf