General Duty Registered Nurse
- Nanaimo, BC, Canada
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Original job description
Job Description
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.
To provide nursing care under the direction of the Head Nurse and or physician to selected patient of all ages whose needs will vary from minimal assistant to total personal care. Skills acquired through a recognized training programs will be utilized to help the patient return to optimum health.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Must possess the skill and demonstrated ability to perform the required duties and maintain acceptable standards of practice.
Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of and skill in acute care nursing and community nursing.
- Ability to adapt clinical and professional skills to the home and community settings.
- Valid drivers licence.
- Problem solving skills.
- Considerable judgement in professional nursing care.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1855.pdfMore about this job
Responsibilities
The General Duty Registered Nurse at Island Health will provide nursing care to patients of all ages, adjusting the level of help to each person's needs. The role focuses on helping patients recover and return to good health.
Requirements
Candidates need current registration as a practising RN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, plus acute and community nursing skills. They also need a valid driver's licence, problem-solving ability and sound professional judgement.
Skills
- Acute care nursing
- Community nursing
- Patient care
- Personal care
- Clinical nursing skills
- Home and community care
- Problem solving
- Professional judgement
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Quality and safety practice
- Interdisciplinary communication
Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- registered nurse
- RN
- general duty nursing
- acute care nursing
- community nursing
- home care
- patient care
- nursing
- BC College of Nurses and Midwives
- healthcare
- Island Health
- clinical nursing
- personal care
- patient assessment
- professional judgement
- problem solving
- driver's licence
Licences and certifications
- BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration (RN)