Job Description

Close Date

Sep. 16 2022

Location

Cowichan District Hospital - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

No travel required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0700-1900/1900-0700

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$36.23 - $47.58

FTE

1.0

Bi-weekly Hours

75

Planned Start Date

Oct. 12 2022

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Mar. 31 2023

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 (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager, Health Services, provides and co-ordinates nursing care to pediatric patients and their families in accordance with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Promotes Family Centered Care, Best Practices and actively participates in the development of a quality workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Current basic CPR Level 3. Completion of a recognized postgraduate Level One Pediatric Nursing Course, which included a clinical practicum or one year's recent related experience or evidence of an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) courses an asset. Neonatal and Obstetrical courses and experience may be considered.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply pediatric nursing theory and expertise in the nursing care of pediatric patients.
• Ability to recognize acuity changes and make appropriate clinical decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to teach families.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in a continually changing environment.
• Ability to deal with and promote change.
• Ability to operate related equipment including a computer.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position.

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Additional information for applicants

Additional Clauses

BCNU: As of October 12, 2021, only applicants that are fully vaccinated (7 days past their second dose of vaccine) are able to work in the facility. If you are offered employment it will be contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registry is required. If proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer of employment is 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