Job Description

Clinic Nurse, Out-patient Ambulatory Clinics

BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s & Women\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

The Clinic Nurse provides and coordinates outpatient nursing activities such as patient assessment, patient and family teaching, clinic procedures and health promotion activities consistent with nursing scope, practice and professional standards, established policies, standards of care and philosophy at BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital (BCCH), BC Women\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital & Health Centre (BCW), and Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC).

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Plan and coordinate with medical staff, allied health team members and community agencies for patient care plans and assessments in the clinic.
• Support the delivery of care in the clinic by making adjustments in patient assignments/schedules.
• Utilize and implement appropriate nursing skills/techniques in the care of the ambulatory patient in the assigned clinic/program.
• Coordinate assessment and post assessment referrals, respond to patient, family and health care member\xe2\x80\x99s enquiries, and liaise with other support diagnostic services/ community health services in coordinating patient referrals.
• Collect and document patient health care information including updating charts and obtaining information from community providers regarding current treatment and objectives.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of nursing observation, interventions, teaching and evaluation of nursing care. Maintain complete and accurate records of telephone communications as well.
• Teach patients, family members, and other caregivers by providing and explaining diagnosis and treatment information, demonstrating procedures and the use of equipment, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the selected teaching methods.
• Participate in the orientation and continuing education of nursing and other allied healthcare staff and students by preceptoring and mentoring.
• Act as a clinical resource/support person to patients and families, nursing and health care professionals, as required.

What you bring

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
• Two (2) years recent related experience in the designated clinic setting and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

You also have the ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Work in all areas of the clinic
• Relate effectively to patients and their families and others.
• Function as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, and function as a nursing resource.
• Demonstrate effective CPR techniques.
• Organize work
• Physically perform the duties of the job.
• Operate related equipment including applicable computer software.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on your care too \xe2\x80\x93 offering health, wellness, development programs to support you \xe2\x80\x93 at work and at home.

• Join one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations \xe2\x80\x93 offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Casual

Wage: $36.23 to $47.58 per hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 0800-1600
Requisition # 142320E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

(BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.

BCCH & BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people \xe2\x80\x93 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\x93 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\x93 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\x93 Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA, BCW and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Labor Agreement Nurses\' Bargaining Association
Requisition # 142320E-2396914
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Casual, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $36.23 - $47.58 / Hour
FTE 0.01
Hours of Work 0800-1600
Work Days Monday to Friday
Expiry Date 27-Apr-2023

Provincial Health Services Authority