At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch surgical care and support to patients in a dynamic healthcare team.
- Company: Join Island Health, a leader in patient care and nursing excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a transformative staffing initiative improving nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with surgical care experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 41.42 - 59.52 $ per hour.
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), 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.
Working as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Surgical Care Nurse functions as an experienced self-directed surgical care nurse by assessing, planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care for assigned patients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant;
- Post-basic education in surgical/ambulatory care nursing on a unit specific basis; or
- An equivalent combination of education and training.
- Up to two (2) years recent, related experience on a unit specific basis.
- Basic Life Support, Level C.
Skills And Abilities:
- Apply nursing process as required and described in BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice.
- Demonstrate sound organizational, problem solving, and teaching skills.
- Demonstrate sound judgement, observation and patient assessment skills.
- Demonstrate tact and empathy.
- Prioritize and organize patient demands made and care needs.
- Operate related equipment.
- Remain calm and respond appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
- Foster good public relations.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the position.
- Work independently, with limited supervision.
A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are here in BC! Island Health, alongside BC's other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.
Surgical Care Nurse in Nanaimo employer: Vancouver Island Health Authority
At Island Health, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritizes patient safety and continuous improvement. Located in the beautiful city of Victoria, BC, our team enjoys competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment dedicated to innovation and excellence.
Contact Details:
Vancouver Island Health Authority Recruitment Team
