Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency - Jobs in Sechelt

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Come work as a Registered Nurse in Emergency at Sechelt Hospital!Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for Registered Nurses to join the Emergency unit at Sechelt Hospital in Sechelt, BC. Apply today to join our team!As a Registered Nurse in Emergency you will:- Provide emergency nursing to clients of all ages presenting with a wide variety of symptoms within an uncontrolled environment, and to unique client populations such as victims of sexual assault.- Assess client needs and prioritizes care requirements, often with limited information.- Stabilize and resuscitate multi-trauma victims, and prepare for and responds to disaster situations.- Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the client/family.- Consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care givers.- Demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice.- Maintain and advance clinical competence.- Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.ABOUT SECHELT, BCThe District Municipality of Sechelt is located on the lower Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver. It is accessible from the mainland by a 40-minute ferry trip between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, followed by a 25-minute drive along Highway 101, also know as the Sunshine Coast Highway. This charming seaside community is know for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor activities including sightseeing, boating, diving, camping, and mountain biking. There are also several municipal parks, plenty of eateries, locally owned shops, boutiques and galleries, and a golf course. Imagine a lifestyle where you are only a short walk or bike ride to work, you go home for lunch and you are home again in time for an activity or go for a hike AND watch the sunset - all before dinner. That is what Sechelt has to offer you!ABOUT SECHELT HOSPITALSechelt Hospital is an acute care, 46-bed facility located in Sechelt, British Columbia and serves over 30,000+ residents of the Lower Sunshine Coast. Sechelt Hospital provides a full range of services to the community, including Emergency care, Renal program-community dialysis units, Mental Health and Substance Use Services, surgical services, birthing for low-risk pregnancies and imaging services.Educationamp; Experience- Completion of a recognized advanced program in emergency care nursing or two (2) years #39; recent, related experience.- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Knowledge, Skillsamp; Abilities- Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centered model of care.- Broad knowledge of BCCNM #39;s standards for nursing practice.- Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group.- Demonstrated ability to plan and implement plans of care in relation to client/family priorities.- Demonstrated ability in interviewing and assessment skills.- Demonstrated ability to assess client responses to care, and to respond appropriately.- Demonstrated ability in the management of trauma in an emergency setting.- Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.- Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.- Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families based on their priorities.- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.- Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.- Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to the clinical area.- Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the clinical area.- Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques- Skill in techniques appropriate to emergency care nursing.- Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.- Ability to operate related equipment.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTHVCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, andquot;going first quot; when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan- Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff- There are a number of scholarships and bursaries available to Emergency Department Nurses working with VCHDiversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada #39;s Top 100 Employers in 2023.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.Job Requisition ID: 2023-95592Name: 32 - Sechelt HospitalLabour Agreement: Nurses #39; Bargaining AssociationUnion: 200 - Nurses BCNUPosition Type: BaselineFTE: 0.66Standard Hours / Week: 24.67Salary Grade: L3Shift Times: 0700 - 19151900 - 0715Days Off: RotatingPosition Start Date (external): As soon as possibleExternal Company URL: www.vch.caStreet: PO Box 7777, 5544 Sunshine Coast Hwy