Registered Nurse BCIT Training Opportunity – Critical Care (MSJ PACU)

Job title: Registered Nurse BCIT Training Opportunity – Critical Care (MSJ PACU)

Company: Providence Health Care

Job description: SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. – CAD $55.91/Hr.SummaryAdvance Your Nursing Career at Providence Health Care!We acknowledge that Providence Health Care & the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.Providence Health Care, in collaboration with BCIT, is offering fully-funded critical care education for nurses who would like to work in the Post-Anaestetic Recovery Unit (PACU). Funding will consist of 100% for tuition and books; and wages at rate of 100% of posted FTE. Once you are done the critical care education program, you will receive a certificate, and then begin to work in Mount Saint Joseph Hospital as a PACU RN.As a Staff Nurse, you’ll be at the forefront of patient care, working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to ensure patients/residents receive comprehensive support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assess patients’ physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Incorporate teaching into care plans to educate patients and families
• Make referrals to resources as needed
• Support fellow healthcare professionals
• Operate within the framework of Providence Health Care’s mission, vision, and values

BCIT Critical Care Program: Pre-requisite by distance (NSCC 7120,7150, 7220 – 24 weeks): March 24 – Sept 7, 2025; Pre-Req Release Days (2 days paid): TBD. Classroom/Clinical: Sept 22 – Dec 13, 2025. Dates are approximate and set by BCIT.What You BringEducation:

• You must be a registered nurse in Canada in good standing and be eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• If the applicant does not possess the required qualifications, PHC will fund Post-Basic Education. Funding will consist of 100% for tuition and books; and wages at rate of 100% of posted FTE. The length of the Post-Basic Education is approximate. Eligibility for Post-Basic Education is restricted to applicant(s) with a minimum of 1-2 year medical/surgical experience (2 years preferred) and who have not received Post-Basic Education Funding from PHC for the past 2 years. Applicant must successfully complete the Post-Basic Education prior to working in the Department.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated competence in performing CPR procedures
• Experience in teamwork, decision-making and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated a teaching aptitude
• Proficient in clinical leadership

What We Offer

• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• A competitive salary: $41.42-$55.91 CAD
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• Support: We have a strong focus on unit education and development of nurses. Orientation ranges from 2-4 weeks of combined buddy shifts on the floor and classroom time with the educator. Support and development are at the center of all onboarding and new hires work closely with the educator, leadership team, and senior staff.

Your Day to Day:

• Conduct thorough patient/resident assessments through chart reviews, observations, interviews, and collaboration with peers
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans based on evidence-based practices, prioritizing patient/resident needs
• Adhere to established policies, procedures, and PHC standards while providing high-quality nursing care
• Monitor patient/resident progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust care plans as needed for optimal results
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, care plans, patient/resident status, and discharge plans using manual and computerized systems
• Identify and address patient/resident and family learning needs, providing education and referrals as necessary

• Provide direction to staff, promote teamwork, and share clinical knowledge to enhance patient care
• Support nursing research initiatives and contribute to the improvement of patient/resident care policies and procedures
• Advocate for patients/residents’ rights and dignity, facilitate discharge plans, and collaborate with families and community resources
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the healthcare team

Join Us and Transform Your Nursing Career!Apply today to seize this unique opportunity to specialize and advance your nursing career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Be a part of our journey as we approach the grand opening of our new hospital, where you will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare.

Expected salary:

Location: Vancouver, BC

Job date: Sat, 21 Sep 2024 06:12:29 GMT

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