Job Description

Close Date

Apr. 23 2023

Location

Royal Jubilee Hospital - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

No travel required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800/1600

Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$43.09 - $52.82

Paid FTE

1

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

May. 15 2023

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Apr. 28 2024

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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, the Diabetes Nurse Leader provides leadership in the day-to-day operations of the Diabetes Education Centres by performing duties such as supervising clerical staff, coordinating work activities of the team, and problem-solving day to day issues.

This position provides diabetes care to inpatients and/or outpatients. Responsible for patient assessment and teaching, in-group and individual settings, of individuals and families and staff with a variety of diabetes education needs. Utilizing knowledge and clinical expertise in diabetes, functions as a clinical resource nurse, providing consultation to physicians, and other health care teams regarding the care and treatment of people with diabetes.

In consultation with, and reporting directly to, the Manager, the Diabetes Nurse Leader provides practice leadership, coordination of education activities, supports quality improvement initiatives, and assists with establishing and maintaining goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the department.

Travels to various Island Health sites as required. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health (VIHA) in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Current Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. A minimum of three (3) years\' recent related experience in the care of diabetes and group teaching experience; demonstrated knowledge in the current theories, technologies and practices in the control of diabetes mellitus. A minimum of 2 years\' supervisory experience; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with patients and their families, members of the medical team, departmental employees and representatives of outside agencies.
• Ability to manage competing demands in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to function in a multiplicity of roles that are complex and diverse in terms of job responsibilities (e.g. education, program support and development).
• Ability to plan and implement major initiatives which have organizational or practice implications
• Ability to supervise;
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and problem solve.
• Ability to effectively employ human relation skills including conflict resolution;
• Self-directed.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Ability to find creative solutions to problems and to develop alternate strategies to support quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative practice and lifelong learning;
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member, leader, mentor, and coach,
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Confidently able to use computers, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and PowerPoint).

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Additional information for applicants

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