Registered Nurse - CCU, ICU, Cardiac Stepdown, High Acuity - Surrey Memorial Hospital

Fraser Health

10d ago

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Research & Development
Healthcare
Surrey

AI generated summary

You must be a registered nurse with BCCNM, have post-graduate coursework, BCLS certification, strong assessment skills, effective communication, empathy, prioritization, and teaching abilities.
You assess patients, develop and manage care plans, collaborate with healthcare teams, educate families, document care, mentor staff, and participate in quality improvement and training activities.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Completion of applicable post graduate course work, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team using verbal, written and electronic communication means.
Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.
Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve effectively.
Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.
Ability to use factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.
Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

Assesses patients and collects information from a variety of sources using skills of observation, communication, data review and physical assessment. Makes a nursing diagnosis of the patient's condition and determines whether the condition can be improved or resolved by an appropriate nursing intervention. Plans, performs and evaluates nursing interventions and care.
Collaborates with patients and their families/care givers in developing the care plan and encourages family participation in the development, implementation and ongoing modification of the care plan. Establishes a therapeutic relationship by demonstrating empathy, trust and respect, advocating for the patient's rights to privacy, dignity and access to information, and by ensuring the patient's choice and autonomy in decision making and care planning.
Participates in the care and discharge planning process for patients on admission by ensuring the care plan is established and implemented effectively, updating care plan and intervening as appropriate, collaborating with the interprofessional care team to ensure comprehensive care planning and delivery, and collaborating and communicating with the Patient Care Coordinator on issues that will affect the care/discharge plan.
Coordinates nursing care for the patient; sets priorities, assigns and delegates tasks to support staff, and makes referrals to the interprofessional care team according to established protocols and practice standards.
Collaborates with members of the interprofessional care team including Physicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, Patient Care Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Educators, and other health care professionals/providers in the identification and resolution of issues, adjustments to care plans as required, and in regard to changes in patient condition.
Teaches patients and families/care givers about illness prevention, health restoration and health maintenance to help patients accomplish their health care goals. Assesses learning needs of the patient and family/care giver; provides information and demonstration of care activities to support self-care and the discharge plan.
Plans and discusses referral information with patient and their families/care givers and, in collaboration with members of the interprofessional care team, initiates referrals to appropriate health care/community agencies.
Documents assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
Participates on nursing committees, care conferences and councils as assigned or as agreed to with the Manager.
Participates in research and quality improvement activities by identifying patient care issues, collecting data, and identifying needs and recommendations for corrective action and changes to practices, procedures or protocols.
Participates in and attends in-services and other educational programs. Identifies own learning goals and maintains and updates current clinical competence and knowledge within area of practice.
Acts as a preceptor or mentor to assigned new nursing staff and students; shares information, demonstrates care activities, participates in orientation.
Provides feedback to the Manager/delegate regarding the effectiveness of patient care programs, policy/clinical decision support tools (e.g. clinical pathways, standards, order sets and procedures), and equipment.
Performs other related duties as required.

FAQs

What type of patients will I be caring for in this role?

You will be providing care to patients in the Critical Care Unit (CCU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Cardiac Stepdown, focusing on high acuity patients with complex needs.

What qualifications are necessary for this position?

You must be a graduate from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), along with current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).

Is there support for continuing education?

Yes, there are opportunities to participate in in-services and other educational programs to maintain and update your clinical competence and knowledge within your area of practice.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 per hour.

How many weeks of vacation do employees receive?

Employees receive four weeks of vacation to start.

Will I have the chance to mentor others?

Yes, you will have opportunities to act as a preceptor or mentor to new nursing staff and students, sharing information and demonstrating care activities.

What is the work environment like?

The work environment is collaborative and interprofessional, emphasizing person-centered care and involving teamwork with various health care professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Is Fraser Health committed to diversity?

Yes, Fraser Health values diversity in the workforce and seeks to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring, and Trust.

How does Fraser Health support career growth?

Fraser Health offers opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a rapidly growing organization with health professionals excelling in their respective fields.

What types of shifts are available for this role?

The specific shift details are not provided in the job description, but generally positions like this may require various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of patients in critical care settings.

Fraser Health

Science & Healthcare

Industry

10,001+

Employees

2001

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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 first state-of-the-art outpatient centre and other facilities. Serving over two (2) million British Columbians in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, our team of over 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.