Registered Nurse (RN) - Special Area

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 / Hr. - CAD $55.91 / Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Registered Nurse in Emergency at Pemberton Health Centre!

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for Registered Nurses to join the Emergency unit at Pemberton Health Centre. Apply today to join our team!

As a Registered Nurse in Emergency you will :

• Use clinical judgement skills to diagnose and treat the patient, resident, client and significant others' responses to actual or potential health conditions.
• Assess, monitor, detect, plan, and take appropriate action to prevent potential complications associated with specific health problems and / or medical treatments of the patient.
• Knowledgeable of and adheres to standards of professional nursing and patient care practice in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Completion of a post graduate program in clinical speciality and up to two years’ experience or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to implement the nursing process and use clinical judgement.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Ability to instruct and direct the work of others.
• Time management and organizational abilities.
• Working knowledge of computers and their application preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR.
• Working knowledge of and ability to operate related healthcare equipment.
• 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 the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine.

Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents.

At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families.

We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care.

We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.