Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 07:00-15:00 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $49.20 - $67.08 Paid FTE 0.99 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 74.25 Planned Start Date Jan. 27 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Feb. 27 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration 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.
Reporting to the Program Manager or designate, participates in developing, implementing and evaluating programs/services in accordance with the Vision and Mission statements of the Island Health. Utilizing knowledge and clinical expertise in the assigned clinical area, functions as a clinical resource, providing consultation and in-service to nurses, physicians, other program teams, community nurses, and other health care team staff regarding the care and treatment of patients/clients/residents within the specialty area. Supervises staff and assigns work as required. Responsible for patient assessment and the teaching, in-group and individual settings of staff with a variety of health education needs. Travels to other sites throughout Island Health and other health care provider sites as required. Provides direct patient care, teaching and problem solving.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Graduation from a recognized nursing program with Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification for specialty and/or service area or evidence of an equivalent combination of education and training. Three years recent related surgical experience in ostomy, fistula and wound management, or two years recent Enterostomal Therapy experience, or an equivalent combination of experience.
Skills And Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of the current theories, technologies and practices in the specialty area. Demonstrated knowledge of child/adult education principles. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Ability to organize workload and set priorities. Ability to work independently. Ability to plan, organize and evaluate patient care. Ability to assess learning needs of people throughout the life cycle. Ability to teach using child/adult education principles, ability to apply the principles of adult learning in individual and group settings. Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including co-workers, physicians, community agencies, representatives, patients/clients/residents and families. Valid BC Driver's License. Link to Full Job Descriptionhttps://jd.viha.ca/JD1978.pdf
Additional information for applicants This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today! Additional Clauses BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description. Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU