RN - Cadet Camp Valcartier

Bayshore HealthCare; Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier; On-site; CAD 56,826 - 80,934; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Rations and quarters availability

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking a Cadet Registered Nurse for a summer position in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier. The role includes providing first aid and medical support to cadets and staff, conducting patient assessments, and maintaining medical records. Candidates must have a Registered Nurse certification and be available for various shifts. This is a unique opportunity to serve those who have served our country and contribute to youth health.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse certification required.
• Experience in providing first aid and medical care.
• Must have ability to communicate with different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid to cadets and staff.
• Assess and treat patients at the camp.
• Maintain medical records and documentation.

Skills

First Aid

Patient Assessment

Counseling

Communication

Medication Management

Education

Registered Nurse certification

Job description

Cadet Camp Bagotville 16 June - 15 August

Short term summer employment.

Full & Part-time hours.

Pay Rate $50+/hr.

Rations And Quarters May Be Available If Required.

Language: French.

IT IS AN HONOR TO PROVIDE HEALTHCARE SERVICES FOR THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED, AND TO THOSE WHO CONTINUE TO SERVE OUR COUNTRY.

Duties and Responsibilities

RNs are responsible for first aid to cadets, cadet instructors and onsite civilians. The provision of service to patients is on a walk‑in basis. These activities include conducting patient history and physical assessment, patient screening, performing selected diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, counselling of patients on preventative health care as well as facilitating access to health services and referrals. The HCP must be available for either eight or twelve‑hour shifts as per clinic schedule and identified on the Task Authorization Request, including weekday and weekend shifts.

• Apply the policies, procedures and rules for provision of medical services to on-site Regular Force, Reserve Force, Cadet and civilian members;
• Assess patients who report to the clinic;
• Administer care and urgent care treatment to patients and/or provide information to help them resolve their own health issues;
• Refer cases beyond their knowledge and expertise to the Charge/Head Nurse or higher medical authority for assessment;
• Record relevant observation notes, recommendations and appropriate treatments in the patient’s medical file;
• Provide OTC medication in accordance with their level of responsibility, qualification, and provincial registration or delegated authority, as per the local garrison/base surgeon;
• Ensure follow‑up with patients whose health issues require it and keep the Charge/Head Nurse or higher medical authority informed;
• Contribute to the promotion of hygiene, safety and prevention of medical problems among camp members;
• Participate in the performance of tasks required for the proper functioning of the clinic in the interest of providing members with the best service possible;
• Assist physician during clinic hours, a physician can be a medical doctor, Physician Assistant or a Nurse Practitioner;
• Along with each cadet, reviewing and filling out Cadet Intake Form, collecting cadet's drugs and placing them in a bag bearing the cadet's identification;
• Handing out cadets' drugs to the responsible officer explaining to him/her the purpose of the drugs, the respective dosage, side effects and how to fill the Medication Record sheet;
• Promoting cadets' hygiene, prevention of disease, and safety;
• Provide medical oversight and review of cadet medical intake forms during the camp intakes; this will include the review of medical documents provided by the family, the review of cadet medication and collection of prescribed medications. These medications will be collected, logged and provided to the camp authority with appropriate administration instructions;

Administrative Functions of Cadet Registered Nurse

• Answer phone calls, and emails relevant to clinic operation and patient well‑being;
• Conduct follow‑up phone calls and emails to other health care practitioners, parents or appropriate cadet/medical authority on patient well‑being;
• Faxing, photocopying and completing of various clinical, cadet and DND/CAF medical and administrative forms;
• Complete clinic stock taking, clinic medical and supply order requests and replenish clinic supplies and work areas accordingly;
• Provision of medication management and audits for the various cadet camp companies;
• Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures;
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company’s Quality Management System;
• Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns;
• Responsible for completing Accident Reports for all direct reports who injure themselves on the job, within 24 hours of the incident; and
• Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same;

Must successfully complete the Police Records Check (PRC)/Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) process. This document is mandatory and necessary as you will be working with youth.