Job Description

Close Date

Location

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Victoria Home and Community Care - Victoria, BC V8T 3P7 CA

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1612

Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$47.77 - $65.12

Paid FTE

0.97

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

69.3

Planned Start Date

Jul. 19 2023

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Feb. 22 2025

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration



In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, provides assistance on professional practice standards and practice issues within the designated discipline and service, relevant to the values and strategic directions of the organization, supporting activities consistent with Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA), Continuing Health Services (CHS) and Home & Community Care (HCC) priorities. Participates in the development of guidelines, systems and instruments for achieving and maintaining professional standards within HCC and throughout the continuum of heath services. Ensures that standards are understood and monitored. Acts as a resource to staff for professional consultation and direction to address practice specific issues. The Community Practice Resource collaborates with colleagues in other disciplines to ensure appropriate staff development and participation in education, research, accreditation, utilization management and continuous quality improvement initiatives within VIHA portfolios and other jurisdictions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus three (3) years of recent related practical experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge of nursing therapeutic principles, practices and procedures and their application to an in-home environment. Knowledge of pertinent legislation, policies, gerontological issues and standards. Current membership with BC College of Nurses and Midwives and license to practice is required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to provide leadership to staff and peers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective interpersonal, organizational and teaching skills.
• Ability to communicate with clients and their families, physicians and colleagues from within the Vancouver Island Health Authority as well as external organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Must possess a valid BC Driver\'s license and have a personal vehicle available for work-related purposes.

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Additional information for applicants

The Community Resource Team (CRT) provides regionally-focused practice support, orientation and education to Community Health Services (CHS) staff and leadership. As a member of CRT, this position will have a strong focus on the area of nursing practice. Knowledge and experience related to clinical nursing practice in the home setting, as well as all CHS processes related to home care nursing is an asset. The role will be focused on reinforcing, supporting and sustaining nursing practice in CHS, which may include: liaising/consulting with Clinicians and Leadership in CHS and other Island Health departments, developing and updating resources, delivering virtual education sessions and providing practice support. Contact amber.finneron@islandhealth.ca for more information.

Additional Clauses

BCNU: Vaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded. PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.

Requisition CA

Nurses Bargaining Association

Affiliation/Union

BCNU

Island Health