General Duty Nurse (225200)
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Job Location:
Port Alberni - Canada
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Under the general supervision of the Care Co-coordinator or the Patient Care Manager assesses plans provides and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients in accordance with established policies procedures and standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Basic Life Support Level C required. Recognized post-basic education required for clinical areas or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One years recent related experience.
- Specialty unit nurse positions also require area specific specialty certification for the unit.
- Emergency Room ICU and Critical Care Relief Pool also require Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
- Critical care and specialty units (i.e. Emergency ICU O.R. P.A.R. Obstetrics Paediatrics Psychiatry) require two years recent related experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to apply the nursing process effectively in a well-organized manner to the care of assigned patients.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to remain calm and to act appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.
Requirements
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
