Remote Primary Care Nurse – Impactful Community Health

Island Health; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia is looking for a Remote Certified Primary Care Nurse. This role involves providing direct patient care and participating in health promotion activities in a remote community setting. Candidates should have remote nursing certification, registration with the BC Nurses College, and at least three years of relevant experience. The nurse will be responsible for client assessments and coordinating health services, requiring strong communication, crisis intervention, and time management skills. A valid driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• Remote nursing certification or eligibility to obtain within one year of hire.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN(C).
• Three years recent related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and participate in health promotion activities.
• Complete initial and ongoing client assessments.
• Implement and evaluate interventions and coordinate health services.

Skills

Client-focused care

Crisis intervention skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Trauma-informed care

Cultural safety

Education

Remote nursing certification

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Three years' related experience

Basic Life Support, Level 'C' certification

Valid Driver's license

Job description

A regional health authority in British Columbia is looking for a Remote Certified Primary Care Nurse. This role involves providing direct patient care and participating in health promotion activities in a remote community setting. Candidates should have remote nursing certification, registration with the BC Nurses College, and at least three years of relevant experience. The nurse will be responsible for client assessments and coordinating health services, requiring strong communication, crisis intervention, and time management skills. A valid driver's license is also required.