Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800 - 1600 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 0 Planned Start Date Mar. 4 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No 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 Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.
Under the general direction of the Manager, Renal Services and the Nurse Clinician responsible for training and follow-up of Peritoneal Dialysis /Home Hemodialysis patients, ensuring safe patient and family practice in the home, and inter-facing with outside agencies and hospitals on supplies and equipment delivery for Peritoneal and Home Hemodialysis patients.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Two years' recent related experience in Nephrology nursing, specifically related to peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Skills And Abilities Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work with the community and hospital personnel. Ability to work independently. Ability to deal with others effectively. Ability to teach using adult education principles. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Link to Full Job Descriptionhttps://jd.viha.ca/JD984.pdf
Additional information for applicants please note that hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis qualifications and experience is preferred however PD education opportunities through BCIT can be offered. 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. Additional Clauses Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU