Company:
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority)
Details:
Island Health is one of five regional Health Authorities in BC and the largest employer on Vancouver Island with over 20,000 employees, 1,900 physician partners, and over 6,000 volunteers. We offer an exceptional employer-paid benefits package including dental and prescription coverage, group life, long-term disability and extensive extended health plan as well as competitive wages.
Qualifications & Experience:
The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to clients as a member of a multidisciplinary team; is responsible and accountable for coordinating and administering direct client care utilizing the nursing process; provides direction to staff and volunteers; and responds to emergency situations to safeguard clients, visitors and staff in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC) Standards for Nursing Practice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of a recognized School of Nursing; and two (2) years' recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration with the College of Registered Nurses Association of British Columbia (CRNBC); Basic Life Support, Level "C" required, Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Emergency Room, ICU and Critical Care preferred. Valid BC Drivers License.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Apply the nursing process effectively in a well-organized manner to the care of assigned patients.
- Physically perform the duties of the position.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Remain calm and to act appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.