Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN), Main Women\xe2\x80\x99s Health

BC Women\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital & Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

The Clinic Nurse provides and coordinates outpatient nursing activities such as patient assessment, patient a 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 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 Clinic Nurse primary focus will be providing nursing care and education to patients within 2 of the out patient programs located at the Women\'s Health Centre (WHC).

• Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic
• Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Clinic

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll 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 member\xe2\x80\x99s 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.

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).
• 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 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).
• 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: Regular, Part-Time (FTE 0.40)
Wage: $37.67 - $49.38/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Thursday/Friday, 0800 - 1600
Requisition # 148458E

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

(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 \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 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.

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.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

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Labor Agreement Nurses\' Bargaining Association
Requisition # 148458E-2401766
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Regular, Part-Time
Salary/Rate $37.67 - $49.38 / Hour
FTE .40
Hours of Work Thursday/Friday 0800-1600
Work Days Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 04-Aug-2023

Provincial Health Services Authority