Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute/Emergency/Long Term Care, Bella Coola
About The Position
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to work at Bella Coola General Hospital in Bella Coola, BC. This role involves providing nursing care to patients/clients on the inpatient ward, predominantly older residents in a continuing care setting, and emergency nursing care to patients/clients of all ages. The RN will practice within a client and family-centred care model, adhering to the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice. The position requires working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life, consult with healthcare providers, and demonstrate continuous improvement and best practices in nursing. The role also involves maintaining and advancing clinical competence, participating in committees and research projects, and demonstrating expertise and leadership in nursing practice. The hospital is located in a mountain valley and offers various services including acute care, long-term care, an emergency department, laboratory, diagnostic imaging, Telehealth, Mental Health, Public Health, and Home & Community Support Services.
Requirements
- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- Completion of a recognized advanced nursing program in emergency or critical care nursing, one year recent, related experience in emergency or critical care nursing, or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
- Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centred model of care.
- Broad knowledge of BCCNM’s standards for nursing practice.
- Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and implement care plans.
- Demonstrated ability to assess patient/client/resident responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
- Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
- Demonstrated ability in the management of trauma in an emergency setting.
- Demonstrated ability in nursing practice to assess and manage critical and life-threatening situations.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
- Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through initiative and independence.
- Demonstrated ability to model and mentor new staff and students.
- Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
- Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
- Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
- Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Responsibilities
- Provides nursing care to patients/clients on the inpatient ward.
- Provides nursing care to predominantly older residents in a continuing care setting.
- Provides emergency nursing care to patients/clients of all ages presenting to the emergency department with a wide variety of symptoms.
- Works independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/resident/patient and/or family.
- Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers.
- Demonstrates continuous improvement and best practices approach in nursing practice.
- Demonstrates expertise and leadership in nursing practice.
- Maintains and advances own clinical competence.
- Participates on designated committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services
- Award-winning recognition programs
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
