Current registration as a Registered Nurse with BCCNM.
Completion of an advanced program in emergency care nursing or 2 years of related experience.
Broad knowledge of nursing theory and patient/family centered care.
Demonstrated ability in trauma management in emergency settings.
Strong communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Responsibilities
Provide emergency nursing care to patients of all ages.
Assess patient needs and prioritize care as a triage nurse.
Stabilize and resuscitate multi-trauma victims as part of the emergency response team.
Consult and collaborate with other healthcare providers.
Participate in hospital committees and approved research projects.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic emergency care environment.
Engagement in patient and family centered care.
Professional development through participation in committees and research.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Full Job Description
Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Registered Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Emergency team at Richmond Hospital in Richmond, BC. Apply now to join the team!
Practices within the context of a patient and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for registered nurses and code of ethics and the vision and values of the organization. Provides emergency nursing to patients of all ages presenting with a wide variety of symptoms within an uncontrolled environment and to unique patient populations such as victims of sexual assault. As a triage nurse, assesses patient needs and prioritizes care requirements often with limited information. As member of emergency response team, stabilizes and resuscitates multi-trauma victims, prepares for and responds to disaster situations. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other healthcare givers. Demonstrates expertise and leadership in nursing practice. Maintains and advances clinical competence. Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Completion of a recognized advanced program in emergency care nursing or two (2) years' recent, related experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a patient/family centered model of care.
Broad knowledge of BCCNM's standards for nursing practice.
Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated patient group.
Demonstrated ability to plan and implement plans of care in relation to patient/family priorities.
Demonstrated ability in interviewing and assessment skills.
Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
Demonstrated ability in the management of trauma in an emergency setting.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and deal effectively with patients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach patients and their families based on their priorities.
Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.
Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to the clinical area.
Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the clinical area.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Skill in techniques appropriate to emergency care nursing.
Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.
As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
About Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is a publicly funded healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to residents in the Vancouver area. VCH is responsible for the delivery of hospital, community, and long-term care services, as well as public health and mental health services. The organization has a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, who work together to provide high-quality care to patients. VCH is committed to improving the health of the population it serves and works closely with community partners to address health issues and promote healthy living.
