Job Description

Nurse Clinician, Immunization Clinic

BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

This Nurse Clinician Role will support the BCCH Infectious Disease Outpatient Clinic.

The Nurse Clinician provides and coordinates nursing practice activities such as patient assessment, patient and family teaching and health promotion activities in a defined clinical area, consistent with established policies, standards of practice and philosophy at British Columbia\xe2\x80\x99s Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Initiate and coordinate assessment and post assessment referrals; respond to patient, family and health care member enquiries and liaises with other support diagnostic/health services in coordinating patient referrals.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, medical staff, health care disciplines and community agencies/services to plan patient care in the clinic and community setting.
• Consult with nursing staff, nursing instructors and students to plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients and families.
• Promote and implement teaching for patients and families about illness prevention, maintenance and health promotion.
• Participate in the orientation and continuing education of nursing staff and students by role modeling and preceptoring.
• Consult with educational resources such as in-house/external agencies in developing and implementing continuing education and professional nursing practice development for BCCH nursing staff.
• Act as a clinical nursing resource person for patients, families, nursing staff, health care professionals and community agencies/services.
• In consultation with other team members, plan and develop educational resources such as pamphlets and patient teaching videos for patient and family health education.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years\xe2\x80\x99 recent related clinical nursing experience which includes ambulatory care or community health service experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

You will also have:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to relate effectively to children and their families.
• Ability to make decisions in an independent manner in a clinical setting.
• Ability to function as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team and function as a nursing resource.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Ability to operate related equipment (e.g. personal computer).

• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission\xe2\x80\x99s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
• 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 impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

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, 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 San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• 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: Temporary, Full-Time
Wage: $47.77 - $61.62/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday \xe2\x80\x93 Friday, 0800 - 1600
Requisition # 154026E

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.

BCCH 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 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.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments\xe2\x80\x99 unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey\xe2\x80\x94one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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Labor Agreement Nurses\' Bargaining Association
Requisition # 154026E-2412359
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Temporary, Full-Time
Temporary Duration TBD
FTE 1.0
Hours of Work 0800-1600
Work Days monday-friday
Expiry Date 03-Mar-2024

Provincial Health Services Authority