Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Critical Care - (216476)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health offers a full-time training opportunity for Registered Nurses to specialize in a specific department. Following completion of the training, employees will transition into regular positions, ensuring continuous professional development and alignment with the organization's commitment to patient and staff safety.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing RN with recent medical/surgical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients/residents.
• Follow the unit/program philosophy and BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to organize workload and prioritize tasks

Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, physicians, community agencies, patients, residents, and families

Physical capability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN

Job description

This position offers a full-time training opportunity (theory and practicum) to prepare staff for work in a specific Island Health specialty department. Upon completing the training, staff will be placed into a regular full-time rotation within that department.

Please note: There is an 18-month return of service requirement as a regular/permanent employee within the Island Health specialty department for which they have been trained. Staff may transfer between departments within that specialty. The post-basic training program requires full-time attendance. For more information, visit the Professional Practice Website.

In alignment with the Vision, Purpose, and Values of Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority shared by all. Continuous improvement in quality and safety is inherent in this position.

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

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN, with recent medical and/or surgical experience. Upon completion of specialty training, employees will be transitioned into a regular position within the department.

The hours of work, including days off and work area, may change based on operational needs and applicable agreements.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize workload and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, physicians, community agencies, patients, residents, and families.
• Physical capability to perform duties.

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