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Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse-Fraser Hope Lodge-Hope

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Fraser Health

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Hope

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate of an approved nursing program, registered with BCCNM, have 1 year of gerontological experience, First Aid certification, and strong communication and leadership skills.
  • You will provide direct nursing care, assess and document patient conditions, collaborate with the team, advocate for residents' rights, mentor staff, and maintain safety and quality improvement standards.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an approved School of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing.
  • Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
  • One (1) year's recent, related gerontological nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Current Level 1 First Aid certificate.
  • Knowledge of nursing theory and evidence-informed practice.
  • Knowledge of health care disciplines and their roles in health care.
  • Ability to apply clinical knowledge in practice.
  • Ability to apply critical thinking skills, problem solve and effectively resolve conflict situations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to provide leadership and clinical guidance.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in a self-directed manner.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Works collaboratively and in partnership with the interdisciplinary team to identify current or potential care concerns and strengths, plans interventions; documents and performs planned interventions and evaluates outcomes, as required.
  • Provides person-centered, direct nursing care (including wound care, dementia care and palliative care) and develops care priorities in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of nursing practice. Modifies care as needed, initiates immediate treatment if required and communicates changes to interdisciplinary team members in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Collects information from a variety of sources using skills of observation, communication and physical assessment to enable the provision of quality care.
  • Documents relevant observations, assessments and interventions; including resident/client and family teaching and evaluation of care using appropriate technological tools (for example, InterRai).
  • Communicates resident/client assessments and changes to Physicians, Resident/Client Care Coordinator, and the interdisciplinary team. Participates in care planning supporting decision making and person-centered care.
  • Acts as an advocate to protect and promote residents'/client's rights to autonomy, respect, privacy, dignity, diversity and access to information in accordance with standards of professional practice and philosophy of Residential Care/Acquired Brain Injury Services.
  • Works in partnership with Licensed Practical Nurses and other interdisciplinary team members by sharing information, demonstrating and/or providing guidance on clinical tasks, consulting with staff, reassigning clinical/health related tasks when necessary and providing verbal input into staff performance, when requested.
  • Participates in the orientation and ongoing education of students and others, including LPNs, HCAs and other members of the interdisciplinary team by providing information and acting as a preceptor, mentor and support as requested.
  • Participates in quality improvement activities by gathering information, providing input into proposed policies and revisions of current policies.
  • Provides feedback on clinical pathways, protocols and procedures. Supports advanced clinical practice by identifying research needs and participates in research according to established guidelines.
  • Maintains records, prepares reports, and collects statistical and quality improvement data for research and evaluation purposes, including workload measurement data and quality indicators.
  • Maintains a safe working environment by following health and safety guidelines, ensuring equipment is in safe working condition, reporting unsafe, hazardous conditions and suspected resident/client abuse; completes reports and assists with investigation and follow up as necessary. Complies with WorkSafe BC requirements including completing safety audits at assigned units.
  • Provides input to the Manager/delegate regarding the identification and need for supplies and equipment, future needs of the Program and monitoring of product use.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the salary range for this position?

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

Where is the job location?

The position is located in Hope, B.C., which is a rural area about a two-hour drive east of Vancouver’s city centre.

What type of position is available?

An exciting opportunity for a Relief Part-Time Registered Nurse in Emergency/Medical/Hospice is available.

When is this position available until?

This position is available until approximately October 22nd, 2025, or until the return of the incumbent.

What type of benefits does Fraser Health offer?

Fraser Health offers a competitive compensation package, including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and a pension plan.

Are there any additional incentives for nurses under the new provincial collective agreement?

Yes, the new provincial collective agreement offers increased overall compensation, 100% employer-paid benefits, immediate enrollment in a pension plan, a maternity leave top-up, and more flexible scheduling options for regular status nurses.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be a graduate of an approved School of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing and have current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), along with one year of recent, related gerontological nursing experience.

What types of nursing care will I be providing in this role?

You will provide person-centered, direct nursing care, which includes wound care, dementia care, palliative care, and developing individualized care plans.

Will I be working collaboratively with other health professionals?

Yes, the Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to provide quality, person-centered care.

Is there opportunity for career growth and advancement?

Yes, joining Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement within a rapidly growing organization.

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.