Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Perinatal - (209293)

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

Note: There is an 18-month return of service requirement as a regular/permanent employee in the department where training was completed. Staff may transfer between Island Health departments within that specialty. The post-basic training program requires full-time attendance. For more information, visit the Professional Practice Website:
Specialty Education Sponsored Training Opportunities.

In alignment with Island Health's Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic goals, patient and staff safety is a shared priority. Continuous quality and safety improvements are integral to this role.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate, the nurse plans and provides direct care to patients/residents in hospital or community settings, adhering to unit philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

Current registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN, with recent medical and/or surgical experience. After completing the specialty training, employees will transition into a regular position within the department.

Additional Information

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

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 job duties.

For more details, see the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD3894.pdf