Registered Nurse, Medicine Hospital

Salary

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

Part Time Registered Nurse to join the Medicine team at Delta Hospital located in Delta, B.C.

Joining our team offers opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including:

• Start earning up to four weeks of vacation in your first year
• Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits
• Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan
• Maternity top‑up (eligibility requirements to qualify)
• 50% subsidy on Trans Link passes
• Eligibility based on employment status

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, the Registered Nurse provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care to patients in acute inpatient areas.

• Assesses patients and collects information from a variety of sources, makes a nursing diagnosis, 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 plan.
• Participates in the care and discharge planning process for patients on admission, updating the plan and intervening as appropriate, and coordinating with the interprofessional care team and Patient Care Coordinator.
• 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.
• Collaborates with members of the interprofessional care team to identify and resolve issues and adjust care plans as required.
• Teaches patients and families/care givers about illness prevention, health restoration, and health maintenance.
• Plans and discusses referral information with patient and families/care givers and initiates referrals to appropriate health care/community agencies.
• Documents assessments, nursing diagnoses, observations, interventions, evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards.
• Participates on nursing committees, care conferences, and councils as assigned.
• Participates in research and quality improvement activities, collecting data and recommending changes to practices.
• Attends in‑services and other educational programs, maintains and updates clinical competence.
• Acts as a preceptor or mentor to new nursing staff and students.
• Provides feedback to the Manager regarding the effectiveness of patient care programs and supports.
• Performs related duties as required.

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

• Complete initial and ongoing patient assessment and provide nursing care through appropriate interventions.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, public, medical staff, and the interprofessional care team.
• Promote person‑centered care that demonstrates empathy, sensitivity to diverse cultures, and patient advocacy.
• Integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem‑solve effectively.
• Teach and instruct patients and families about essential health topics.
• Organize and prioritize work.
• Collaborate with and promote cooperation among interprofessional team members.
• Apply evidence‑based practice and evidence‑informed practice in nursing decisions.
• Operate relevant equipment and computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform job duties.