Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Critical Care - (216736)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health offers a full-time training opportunity in a specialty department for registered nurses. Successful candidates will undergo intensive training, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role post-completion. The position underscores the commitment to patient and staff safety, aligning with the organization’s vision and values.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with recent medical and/or surgical experience.
• Full-time attendance required for training.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and providing direct nursing care to patients/residents.
• Transition into a permanent position within the specialty department after training.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to organize workload and prioritize tasks

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

Physical capacity to perform the duties required

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 specified Island Health specialty department. Upon completion, staff will be placed into a regular full-time rotation within the department they trained for.

Please note: There is an 18-month return of service requirement as a regular/permanent employee within the Island Health specialty department. 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:
https://intranet.islandhealth.ca/departments/specialty-nursing/Pages/specialty-education-sponsored-training-opportunities-nurses.aspx.

In alignment with the Vision, Purpose, and Values of Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority. Continuous quality and safety improvement are integral to this role.

Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Responsible for planning and providing 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 completing the specialty training, staff will be transitioned into a permanent position within the department.

The hours of work, including days off and work area, may vary 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 capacity to perform the duties required.

For more details, visit: https://jd.viha.ca/JD3891.pdf