Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Job ID 2023-112956 City Vancouver Work Location VGH 12th & Oak Department Emergency Home Worksite 01 - Vancouver General Hospital Labour Agreement Nurses' Bargaining Association Union 200 - Nurses BCNU Position Type Other Relief Job Status Regular Full-Time FTE 1.00 Standard Hours / Week 37.50 Job Category Nursing Salary Grade L3 Min Hourly CAD $41.42/Hr. Max Hourly CAD $55.91/Hr. Shift Times 0700-1915/1900-0715 Days Off Rotating Position Start Date As soon as possible Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr. Job Summary

Come work as a Registered Nurse in Emergency at Vancouver General Hospital!

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the Emergency unit at Vancouver General Hospital. Apply today to join our team!

 

As a Registered Nurse in Emergency you will:

Provide emergency nursing to clients of all ages presenting with a wide variety of symptoms within an uncontrolled environment, and to unique client populations such as victims of sexual assault.Assess client needs and prioritizes care requirements, often with limited information.Stabilize and resuscitate multi-trauma victims, and prepare for and responds to disaster situations.Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the client/family.Consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care givers.Demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice.Maintain and advance clinical competence.Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned. Qualifications

Education & Experience

Completion of a recognized advanced program in emergency care nursing or two (2) years’ recent, related experience.Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centered model of care.Broad knowledge of BCCNM's standards for nursing practice.Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group.Demonstrated ability to plan and implement plans of care in relation to client/family priorities.Demonstrated ability in interviewing and assessment skills.Demonstrated ability to assess client responses to care, and to respond appropriately.Demonstrated ability in the management of trauma in an emergency setting.Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families based on their priorities.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to the clinical area.Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the clinical area.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniquesSkill in techniques appropriate to emergency care nursing.Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.Ability to operate related equipment. Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.  Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.