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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

  • Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives is required.
  • Completion of an approved gerontology course or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required.
  • Demonstrated nursing practice related to residents who may have chronic diseases is required.
  • Knowledge of pathophysiology of common medical conditions, aging changes, polypharmacy, treatment protocols, and nursing interventions related to common diagnoses and long-term-care situations is required, including stroke, chest pain, pneumonia, pain management, wound care, delirium, dementia, depression, other mental health conditions, acquired brain injuries, COPD, CHF, and diabetes.
  • Ability to provide nursing assessments and interventions for common diagnoses and resident-care situations is required, including 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.
  • Ability to recognize physical adaptations required for frail elderly or physically impaired residents is required.
  • Ability in end-of-life care approaches, the Embedding Palliative Approach in Care in long-term care, and systems of family dynamics and end-of-life issues is required.
  • Ability to proactively lead family, resident, and Most Responsible Clinician discussions on goals of care and document reflections of Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment is required.
  • Ability in chronic disease management, including anticipating and responding to potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated resident group, is required.
  • Correct use of equipment such as lifts, oxygen, suction machines, and pumps is required.
  • Ability to develop care plans and implement care in relation to resident and family priorities, including counselling and teaching residents and families based on those priorities, is required.
  • Skill in assessing and managing residents with acute or chronic pain, including residents with cognitive impairment, is required.
  • 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 is required.
  • Skill in performing the Registered Nurse autonomous scope of practice and standards of care relevant to the designated population is required, including intravenous therapy, 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 the Code of Ethics for registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, within a resident- and family-centered care model and the organization's vision and values.
  • Use sound judgment and critical thinking to provide care to predominantly older residents in long-term care, working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Coordinate implementation of clinical interventions and evaluate resident outcomes based on resident goals of care.
  • Provide information and coordinate ongoing resident care as a resource to the interdisciplinary team.
  • Support the work of resident care aides and licensed practical nurses and support 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 or 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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