Staff Nurse

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care while adhering to the ethical standards set by the Canadian Nurses Association. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in nursing practices, the ability to remain calm in emergencies, and effective communication skills. You'll be part of a supportive environment that prioritizes patient safety and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about nursing and want to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with BC College of Nurses and Midwives required.
• Specialty certification needed for specific nursing units.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate and administer direct client care utilizing nursing processes.

Skills

Nursing Process

Effective Communication

Calmness under Pressure

Physical Ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Basic Life Support, Level C

Specialty Certification (if applicable)

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Within the framework of hospital and nursing department philosophy, mission and standards, the BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards for Nursing Practice, and the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Code of Ethics for Nursing, the Staff Nurse provides professional nursing care to clients as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The Staff Nurse is responsible and accountable for coordinating and administering direct client care utilizing the nursing process, provides direction to auxiliary personnel and staff, and responds to emergency situations to safeguard clients, visitors and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

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

1. General duty staff nurse positions also require Basic Life Support, Level C, post-basic education for clinical areas, and up to one (1) year of recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
2. Specialty unit nurse positions, such as Operating Room, Post Anesthetic Recovery, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, and Psychiatry, also require specialty certification for the unit, and up to two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
3. Critical Care, Emergency and Intensive Care nurse positions also require Advanced Cardiac Life Support and specialty certification, with up to two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

1. Ability to apply the nursing process effectively in a well-organized manner to the care of assigned patients.
2. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
3. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
4. Ability to remain calm and to act appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.