Kidney Care Clinic Registered Nurse

Kidney Care Clinic Registered Nurse - (227327)

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

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.

Reports to the Manager, Renal Services. Provides nursing care to patients with chronic and acute kidney disease. Works both independently and interdependently as a member of the multidisciplinary team with other care providers. Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and their families through assessment of bio‑psycho‑social and learning needs and works collaboratively with patients/families to support and facilitate informed choice and self care.

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Recent (within past 5 years) related experience and/or completion of recognized program in Nephrology Nursing or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to teach patients/families.
• Ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for acute and chronic renal disease patients.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01‑First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume):
1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting.
2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities):
Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit‑specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.