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Registered Nurse - High Acuity - Eagle Ridge Hospital

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Fraser Health

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Coquitlam, +2

AI generated summary

  • You must be a registered nurse with BCCNM, BCLS certified, skilled in patient assessment, communication, teaching, and teamwork, and able to prioritize and utilize technology effectively.
  • You will assess patients, develop care plans collaboratively, coordinate nursing care, educate patients and families, document interventions, and participate in quality improvement and mentoring 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 is the salary range for the Registered Nurse position at Eagle Ridge Hospital?

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

What kind of unit will I be working in as a Registered Nurse?

You will be working in the Monitored Care Unit (MCU), which is a unique 9-bed unit that provides specialized care for acute cardiac and medical patients.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

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) is required. Additionally, completion of applicable post-graduate coursework or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is expected.

Is certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) necessary?

Yes, current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is required for this position.

What type of benefits do you offer employees?

We offer comprehensive, 100% employer-paid benefits including generous vacation time, immediate pension enrollment, a maternity top-up, and a TransLink pass subsidy among other perks.

Can I maintain a flexible schedule in this position?

Yes, as part of the new collective agreement, there are more flexible scheduling options available for regular status nurses.

What responsibilities will I have as a Registered Nurse in the MCU?

Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, developing care plans, coordinating nursing care, collaborating with the interprofessional care team, teaching patients and families, and participating in quality improvement activities, among others.

Do employees receive support for continued education?

Yes, employees are encouraged to participate in in-services and other educational programs to maintain and update their clinical competence and knowledge within their area of practice.

What qualities are important for a successful Registered Nurse in this role?

Important qualities include effective communication skills, the ability to promote person-centered care, strong problem-solving capabilities, the ability to collaborate with team members, and the ability to teach and support patients and families.

Is experience in high-acuity nursing a requirement for this position?

While specific experience in high-acuity nursing is preferred, the position requires relevant education and training that prepares you for providing care in such an environment.

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.