Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit , Intensive Care Unit , Cardiac Stepdown, Acuity-Chil

Position: Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit , Intensive Care Unit , Cardiac Stepdown, High Acuity-Chil[...]
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit , Intensive Care Unit , Cardiac Stepdown, High Acuity-Chilliwack General Hospital

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Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit , Intensive Care Unit , Cardiac Stepdown, High Acuity-Chilliwack General Hospital

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Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour



Job Summary

Are you an experienced & specialty qualified Registered Nurse with a critical care background wanting to join a dedicated and experienced team of health care providers in Critical Care with a supportive leadership team? We have exciting casual opportunities for Registered Nurses to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team at Chilliwack General Hospital located in Chilliwack, B.C.

Chilliwack is located in the Eastern part of the Fraser Valley, surrounded by picturesque mountains and a vibrant, supportive community. Chilliwack offers countless hiking trails and beautiful lakes, immerse yourself in nature today. Learn more about the community of Chilliwack and Chilliwack General Hospital.

Here from one of our very own dedicated ICU nurses, sharing why this is the job for you! .

Come Join Us!

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Detailed Overview

In accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and the Mission and Values of Fraser Health, and working collaboratively and in partnership with the interprofessional care team in the provision of person-centered care, the Registered Nurse provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care to patients in an acute medical unit.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and collects information from a variety of sources using skills of observation, communication, data review and physical assessment. Makes a nursing diagnosis of the patient''s condition and determines whether the condition can be improved or resolved by an appropriate nursing intervention. Plans, performs and evaluates nursing interventions and care.
• Collaborates with patients and their families/care givers in developing the care plan and encourages family participation in the development, implementation and ongoing modification of the care plan. Establishes a therapeutic relationship by demonstrating empathy, trust and respect, advocating for the patient's rights to privacy, dignity and access to information, and by ensuring the patient's choice and autonomy in decision making and care planning.
• Participates in the care and discharge planning process for patients on admission by ensuring the care plan is established and implemented effectively, updating care plan and intervening as appropriate, collaborating with the interprofessional care team to ensure comprehensive care planning and delivery, and collaborating and communicating with the Patient Care Coordinator on issues that will affect the care/discharge plan.
• Coordinates nursing care for the patient; sets priorities, assigns and delegates tasks to support staff, and makes referrals to the interprofessional care team according to established protocols and practice standards.
• Collaborates with members of the interprofessional care team including Physicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, Patient Care Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Educators, and other health care professionals/providers in the identification and resolution of issues, adjustments to…