Registered Nurse (RN) Med/Surg - Orthopaedics & Trauma

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Registered Nurse at Vancouver General Hospital!

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the Orthopaedics & Trauma department at Vancouver General Hospital. Apply today to join our team!

As a Registered Nurse in Orthopaedics & Trauma you will:

Provide nursing care to assigned patients/clients working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care.

Participate in discharge planning, function as a client advocate and teach clients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness.

Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the client/family.

Document care provided and respond to incidents in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Consult, confer and collaborate with other health care providers.

Maintain and advance your own clinical competence.

Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group.

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement care plans.

Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing).

Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively including the ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families.

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through initiative and independence.

Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.

Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.

Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.

Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan

Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families

Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers

Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.