Registered Nurse (RN/RPN) | Long-term Care
- Penticton, BC, Canada
Per diem
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Job details
- Job type
- Per diem
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Position Summary
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our Long-term Care team at Westview Place in Penticton, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job
The Registered Nurse:
• Provides nursing care to Long-term Care patients, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings rotating from 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00 hours.
About this Location
Penticton, BC, is a picturesque city located between Okanagan and Skaha Lakes, known for its sunny climate and stunning lakeside views. The city offers a range of outdoor activities, including swimming, boating, and hiking, and is renowned for its vibrant community events and local wineries. With its welcoming atmosphere and diverse amenities, Penticton is a delightful place to live and visit.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Post - basic education in gerontology an asset
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our Long-term Care team at Westview Place in Penticton, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job
The Registered Nurse:
• Provides nursing care to Long-term Care patients, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings rotating from 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00 hours.
About this Location
Penticton, BC, is a picturesque city located between Okanagan and Skaha Lakes, known for its sunny climate and stunning lakeside views. The city offers a range of outdoor activities, including swimming, boating, and hiking, and is renowned for its vibrant community events and local wineries. With its welcoming atmosphere and diverse amenities, Penticton is a delightful place to live and visit.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Post - basic education in gerontology an asset
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse at Interior Health Authority will provide nursing care to long-term care patients and support their families. They will work with other health care providers, keep their clinical skills current, and apply evidence-based practice.
Requirements
Candidates need graduation from an approved school of nursing and current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. Post-basic education in gerontology is an asset.
Skills
- Patient care
- Nursing assessment
- Long-term care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient and family support
- Clinical competence
- Gerontology
- Health care consultation
- Quality improvement
- Committee participation
- Research participation
Benefits
- Employee and family assistance program
- Employer-paid training and education
- Vacation entitlement
- Employer-paid health benefits
- Municipal pension plan
- Shift premiums
Categories
- Healthcare
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- RN
- RPN
- Long-term care
- Nursing
- Gerontology
- Per diem
- Casual nursing
- Healthcare
- Patient care
- Interdisciplinary team
- BCCNM
- Evidence-based practice
- Penticton
- Interior Health
- Clinical nursing
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- BCCNM registration
Fields of study
- Nursing