Registered Nurse, Medicine – PICC (Royal Columbian Hospital)

Job title: Registered Nurse, Medicine – PICC (Royal Columbian Hospital)

Job description: Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated registered nurse with a real passion for delivering compassionate patient care to join our Medicine Program.

Fraser Health is BC’s largest and fastest growing health authority. With over 40,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers dedicated to providing services that range from acute care to community-based long-term care, home health, mental health and public health, to 1.8 million people – 1/3 of British Columbia’s population.

Twelve acute care hospitals, BC’s first dedicated outpatient care and surgery centre and a wide range of services in public health, home health, mental health and long-term care facilities – all within Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Known as one of the most desirable place to live in the world, these dynamic communities along with inspiring scenery and easy access to an abundance of outdoor activities provide an amazing quality of life.

We have a positive and compassionate work environment where you can bring your real passion for nursing to the role and be part of our rapidly thriving team. Fraser Health is experiencing unprecedented growth and now you can be a part of a busy and exciting team.

BUILD ON YOUR CAREER EXPERIENCE BY:
– Delivering direct patient care by assessing, planning and evaluating nursing care to patients in an acute medical unit or within an outpatient intravenous (IV) setting and/or in a residential setting or home environment

– Performing peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertions in order to establish and/or maintain intravenous therapy.

– Assessing patients receiving IV therapy and collecting information from a variety of sources

– Participating in the care and discharge planning process for patients by ensuring the care plan is established and implemented effectively

– Coordinating nursing care for the patient; setting priorities, assigning and delegating tasks to support staff, and making referrals according to established protocols and practice standards

– Working collaboratively and in partnership with the interprofessional care team in the provision of person-centered care

– Instructing patients and families/care givers about illness prevention, health restoration and health maintenance to help patients in accomplishing their health care goals

YOUR BACKGROUND INCLUDES:
– Graduation from an approved school of Nursing

– Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)

– Advanced proficiencies in peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) insertions

– Valid BC Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle for business related purposes

This role is a relief part-time position located at Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) in New Westminster, BC. RCH is a provincial referral hospital (tertiary/trauma care centre) with 422 acute beds that is University of BC Affiliated. RCH is located ½ hour from downtown Vancouver, and close to rapid transit, shopping, restaurants and other amenities.

A career at Fraser Health will offer you the opportunity to work in a fast growing and exciting organization with professionals who are eminent in their respective fields. We are proud of the innovation, dedication, collaboration and tenacity of our physicians, employees and volunteers.

We offer a competitive salary package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage.

Take the next step and apply today, so we can continue the conversation and make a difference in the communities we serve. Join Fraser Health where we value diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust.

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About Fraser Health

Located in British Columbia, Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities that operates 12 hospitals (including Level 1 and 3 Trauma Centres), the province’s firs…

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Location: New Westminster, BC

Job date: Sun, 06 Jun 2021 03:26:57 GMT