Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1900; 1900-0700 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 1 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Jul. 4 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Oct. 1 2025 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, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Manager, Renal Services. Provides nursing care to patients with chronic and acute renal failure undergoing hemodialysis. Works both independently and interdependently as a member of the multidisciplinary team with other care providers. Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through assessment of bio-psycho-social and learning needs and works collaboratively with patients/families to support and facilitate informed choice and self care.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
Recent (within past 5 years) hemodialysis experience or completion of recognized program in Nephrology Nursing or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Skills And Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and to deal effectively with others. Ability to organize and prioritize workload. Ability to teach patients/families. Ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills. Ability to operate related equipment. Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for acute and chronic renal failure patients undergoing hemodialysis. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Link to Full Job Descriptionhttps://jd.viha.ca/JD980.pdf
Additional information for applicants Requires hemodialysis experience This position is eligible for up to a $15,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today! Additional Clauses Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU