Island Health Looking for Employed Student Nurse at Chemainus, BC Full Time

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 direction of a Nursing Unit Manager or designate, and under regulatory supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Employed Student Nurse provides direct nursing care to both stable and unstable patients/residents/clients. May or may not perform duties outlined below as will be commensurate with the level of education and training. Operates in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies and standards for nursing practice in British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

Successful completion of Year 2 of the Collaboration for Academic Education in Nursing Program in BC or equivalent nursing program from another jurisdiction* and continued enrolment in a recognized nursing education program. Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR-C). Current Employed Student Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives. The Employed Student Nurse position is not currently open to Psychiatric Nurse Students.

• Equivalency to be determined with nursing education program in the jurisdiction where the student is registered.

Skills And Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.

Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1088.pdf