Nurse Clinician/CRN (RN) - Pre-Admission Centre

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

6d • CA$49 - CA$63 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides leadership and applies specialized theory and knowledge relating to designated/specific patient/client populations to promote the delivery of safe, ethical and quality care. Acts as a clinical resource by providing consultation and clinical support to the interdisciplinary care team, other professionals and students. Promotes excellence in patient/client centered care, education and research. Participates in direct patient/client and family care, when required. Practices within the context of a client and family centred care model, and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses. Practices within the scope of practice as set by the organization, as per VCH policies and guidelines/clinical practice documents and within own competence. This practice is aligned with the vision, mission, goals and values of the organization as well as with the concept of the client and family centered care model.

Requirements

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Completion of post basic specialty nursing certificate/program if applicable and three (3) years' recent, related experience in the designated specialized clinical area or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for local area travel may be required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and work direction.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient/client care.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally on a one to one and group setting.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and support staff through transition.
• Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the assessment and treatment of specialized patient/client population utilizing best available evidence informed practice.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver educational programs and materials for staff/patients/clients and families based on educations theories, principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a supportive and creative learning environment.
• Knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system as well as applicable word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and applies specialized theory and knowledge relating to designated/specific patient/client populations to promote the delivery of safe, ethical and quality care.
• Acts as a clinical resource by providing consultation and clinical support to the interdisciplinary care team, other professionals and students.
• Promotes excellence in patient/client centered care, education and research.
• Participates in direct patient/client and family care, when required.
• Practices within the context of a client and family centred care model, and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses.
• Practices within the scope of practice as set by the organization, as per VCH policies and guidelines/clinical practice documents and within own competence.
• This practice is aligned with the vision, mission, goals and values of the organization as well as with the concept of the client and family centered care model.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior