General Duty Nurse, Operating Room – BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver

Job title: General Duty Nurse, Operating Room – BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver

Job description: General Duty Nurse, Operating Room

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver

The General Duty Nurse provides family centered perioperative nursing care in alignment with the standards established by the Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC), and PHSA values. Help make an impact by joining the Operating Room team as a General Duty Nurse.

What you’ll do

• Plan direct care for the patient by performing activities such as reviewing patient/family history, developing a care plan specific for the patient and family and meeting with other members of the health care team to discuss and review the care plan.
• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the standards established by the Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) and collaborate with other members of the interprofessional healthcare team to provide family-centered care in the particular setting.
• Maintain patient records by performing activities such as collecting and documenting information including health care information regarding patients and their families, nursing observations, telephone communications, interventions, teaching and care evaluations to ensure that patient records are current and complete.
• Participate in the orientation and continuing education of all new learners on the interprofessional care team, in accordance with ORNAC standards, by role modeling, precepting, and mentoring, under the direction of the unit educators.
• Participate as a member of the healthcare team through contributing participating in rounds, committees and professional practice groups.
• Provide input regarding policies, procedures and operational requirements which address patient and family needs and promote effective use of resources, while maintaining ORNAC standards.

What you bring

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)
• Successful completion of a post-graduate program in Operating Room Nursing or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
• CPR Training – Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level I.
• Current PALS certification

You have the ability to

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Relate effectively with patient and their families.
• Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary care team
• Physically perform the duties of the job.
• Operate related equipment.

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’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas 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).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Part-Time (FTE: 0.60)
Wage: $36.23 – $47.58 per hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, V6H 3N1
Hours of Work: Rotating; Mon-Sun – 0715-15 0730-1530, 0730-1730, 1515-2315, 2315-0715 plus call
Requisition # 114429E, 114431E, 114434E

What we do

(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BC Children’s Hospital 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 – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA and BC Children’s Hospital 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.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

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Labor Agreement Nurses’ Bargaining Association
Requisition # BNDLE-GDN-2363146
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, V6H 3N1
Job Type Regular, Part-Time
Salary/Rate $36.23 – $47.58 / Hour
FTE .60
Hours of Work Mon-Sun 0715-15 0730-1530, 0730-1730, 1515-2315, 2315-0715 plus call
Work Days Rotating
Expiry Date 13-Oct-2021

Company: Provincial Health Services Authority

Expected salary: $36.23 – 47.58 per hour

Location: Vancouver, BC

Job date: Thu, 16 Sep 2021 06:16:43 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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