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Vancouver Coastal Health

Public health authority delivering patient care

Registered Nurse - Long Term Care

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVancouver, BC, CanadaCA$41.42 - CA$55.91 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.
  • Complete an approved gerontology course or have an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Demonstrate nursing practice ability related to residents who may have chronic diseases.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of pathophysiology of common medical conditions, aging changes, polypharmacy, treatment protocols, and nursing interventions for common diagnoses and care situations involving adults in long-term care, including stroke, chest pain, pneumonia, pain management, wound care, delirium, dementia, depression, other mental health conditions, frail elderly residents with physical or cognitive impairments, acquired brain injuries, and chronic illnesses such as COPD, CHF, and diabetes.
  • Demonstrate ability to provide nursing assessments and interventions for common diagnoses and resident care situations, including respiratory symptoms such as shortness of breath; pressure ulcers using the Braden Scale; delirium using PRISME/CAMI; dementia using the PIECES framework; behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia using the Gentle Persuasion Approach; dysphagia; falls; and incontinence.
  • Demonstrate ability to recognize physical adaptations required for frail elderly and physically impaired residents.
  • Demonstrate ability in end-of-life care approaches, embedding the palliative approach in long-term care, and understanding family dynamics and end-of-life issues; proactively lead family, resident, and Most Responsible Clinician discussions on goals of care and document reflections of Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment.
  • Demonstrate chronic disease management ability, including anticipating and responding to potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated resident group.
  • Demonstrate correct use of equipment such as lifts, oxygen, suction machines, and pumps.
  • Demonstrate ability to develop care plans and implement care in relation to resident and family priorities, including counselling and teaching residents and families.
  • Demonstrate skill in assessing and managing residents with acute or chronic pain, including residents with cognitive impairment.
  • Demonstrate skill in safe care and management of residents receiving oxygen therapy, VAC dressings, wound care, catheter care, ostomy care, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and other treatments.
  • Demonstrate skill in performing the autonomous scope of RN practice and standards of care relevant to the designated patient or client population, including IV care, infection control, isolation and outbreak protocols, nicotine replacement therapy, and acute event orders.

Responsibilities

  • Practice in accordance with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, and within a resident- and family-centered care model and the organization's vision and values.
  • Use sound judgment and critical thinking to provide resident care, working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team in a long-term care setting with predominantly older residents.
  • Coordinate clinical interventions and evaluate resident outcomes based on resident goals of care.
  • Provide information and coordinate ongoing resident care as a resource for the interdisciplinary team.
  • Support the work of Resident Care Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses and promote cohesive teamwork to ensure resident-centered care.
  • Enhance residents' and families' quality of life.
  • Consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care providers.
  • Maintain and advance clinical competence.
  • Participate in designated committees, teams, and approved research projects as assigned.

About the Company

Vancouver Coastal Health

Public health authority delivering patient care

Vancouver Coastal Health is a health care provider in the Vancouver area that delivers patient care and health services. Its offerings come from a team-based system focused on quality care, supported by employer-funded training and career growth opportunities. The organization emphasizes a workplace culture where every voice is heard and collaboration is central, aiming to create a supportive team environment while serving the community. In comparison to competitors, it highlights public healthcare delivery, a strong emphasis on staff development and collaboration, and a clear commitment to accessible patient care. Overall goal: ensure high-quality patient care and better health outcomes by supporting health professionals and fostering a collaborative workplace.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
2001

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