Registered Nurse-Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Long-Term Care, Brock Fahrni
About The Position
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the Staff Nurse assesses, identifies, plans, implements, and evaluates the nursing care required to assist patients/residents in meeting their physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs using an established framework for nursing practice. Develops, implements, evaluates, and revises the plan of care. Incorporates individual and/or group teaching into the care plan and nursing interventions and/or makes referrals to other identified resources. Supports other nurses and health care professionals by collegially sharing information and demonstrating procedures. The Staff Nurse works within an interdisciplinary clinical framework in accordance with the BCCNM Standards of Practice and consistent with the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Providence Health Care. The position is part of a Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratio (mNPR) initiative, which sets the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. This initiative is developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, providing a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. Providence Health Care's approach to implementing mNPR reflects its commitment to person-centred, socially just, compassionate care and its dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by its mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with its commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of its patients, residents, families, and communities.
Requirements
- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives
- Current basic cardiac life support certification
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
- Ability to work as a member in an interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to prioritize and organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs.
- Ability to lead patient/family group sessions.
- Ability to provide clinical direction.
Responsibilities
- Provides safe and respectful nursing care to assigned patients/residents in accordance with policies, individualized care plans, and care priorities.
- Performs comprehensive assessments, monitors for abnormal signs or lab results, and collaborates with RN/RPN and interdisciplinary team for complex cases.
- Communicates and implements physician orders, including transcribing and processing them accurately.
- Documents all care activities such as assessments, treatments, medication administration, and discharge planning in manual or electronic records.
- Prepares and assists with surgical/diagnostic procedures, transfers, and admissions, ensuring coordination with physicians and care team members.
- Administers medications (excluding IV), monitors effects, and maintains communication with RN/RPN and team as needed.
- Participates in education, incident response, orientation, and care planning while promoting patient/family involvement and supporting discharge planning.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary: $41.42/hr -$55.91/hr, commensurate with experience
- Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including dental, vision, life insurance as well as pension.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
