Job Description

Clinic Nurse, Outpatient Ambulatory ClinicsBC Womens Hospital & Health CentreVancouver, BCThe Clinic Nurse provides and coordinates outpatient nursing activities such as patient assessment, patient teaching, clinic procedures and health promotion activities consistent with nursing scope, practice and professional standards, established policies, standards of care and philosophy at BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. This role will be as a member of the Women's Health Centre's (WHC), a sub-specialty multidisciplinary team which focuses on first trimester complications and anomalies. It provides outpatient nursing activities such as patient assessment, patient teaching, clinic procedures and health promotion activities consistent with established clinic policies. This role will also support the Allergy Challenge Clinic, which provides consultation and challenge testing for 3rd trimester patients.This Clinic Nurse primary focus will be providing nursing care and education to patients within 2 outpatient programs located at the Women's Health Centre (WHC).

• Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic

• Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Clinic

What youll 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 members 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.
• In consultation with other team members, plan and develop educational resources such as pamphlets, patient teaching videos, for patient and family health education.
• Contribute information as a member of the health care team in patient care reviews and conferences.
• Provide input to the Manager or designate, regarding policies, procedures, and operational requirements by observing service needs and providing spoken or written suggestions which address patient and family needs and promote effective use of resources.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, families and staff by following established emergency procedures and safety practices and procedures. Identify and report patient safety events in established reporting systems.
• Promote the implementation and evaluation of research and quality improvement activities including knowledge generation, translation and dissemination and committees and by keeping current through attendance at educational and in-service opportunities.
• Maintain current nursing knowledge and contribute to the continuing improvement of health care within the programs.
• Perform other professionally related duties as assigned.

What you bringQualifications

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

You will also have

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Able to work in all areas of the clinic
• Ability to relate effectively to patients and their families and others.
• Ability to function as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, and function as a nursing resource.
• Ability to demonstrate effective CPR techniques.
• Ability to organize work
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable computer software.

• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bringEvery 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. Thats why were focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BCs largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our Sanyas 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).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Casual
Wage: $41.42 - $59.52/hourLocation: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday; 0800 - 1600
Requisition # 179438EWhat we do(BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.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 Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs:PHSA and BCW 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.One of PHSAs North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.ATTN: PHSA Employees:To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile atPlease note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of February 14, 2025. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264. Please note regular business hours are Monday Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.Labor Agreement Nurses' Bargaining Association
Requisition # 179438E-2429707
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Casual, Part-Time
Salary/Rate $41.42 - $55.91 / Hour
FTE .00
Hours of Work 0800-1600
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 12-Mar-2025

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