Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hourJob SummaryCome work with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. Fraser Health is committed to planetary health, values diversity in the workforce, and seeks to maintain an environment of respect, caring, and trust. The role offers 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 in the first year, comprehensive health benefits, and a pension plan), and the rewarding prospect to make a difference every day in health care.Detailed OverviewIn 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 inpatient setting.ResponsibilitiesAssesses patients and collects information from a variety of sources using skills of observation, communication, data review, and physical assessment. Makes a nursing diagnosis 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 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 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 the plan and intervening as appropriate, collaborating with the interprofessional care team to ensure comprehensive care planning and delivery, and coordinating 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 Coordinators, Clinical Nurse Educators, and other health care professionals/providers to identify and resolve issues, adjust care plans as required, and respond to changes in patient condition.Teaches patients and families/care givers about illness prevention, health restoration, and health maintenance to help patients accomplish their health care goals. Assesses learning needs and provides information and demonstration of care activities to support self‐care and the discharge plan.Plans and discusses referral information with patient and their families/care givers and, in collaboration with the interprofessional care team, initiates referrals to appropriate health care or community agencies.Documents assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.Participates on nursing committees, care conferences, and councils as assigned or agreed to with the Manager.Engages in research and quality improvement activities by identifying patient care issues, collecting data, and recommending corrective actions and changes to practices, procedures,



or protocols.Attends in‐services and other educational programs, identifies personal learning goals, and maintains current clinical competence and knowledge within the area of practice.Acts as a preceptor or mentor to assigned new nursing staff and students; shares information, demonstrates care activities, and participates in orientation.Provides feedback to the Manager regarding the effectiveness of patient care programs, policy/clinical decision support tools (e.G., clinical pathways, standards, order sets, and procedures), and equipment.Performs other related duties as required.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceGraduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Skills and AbilitiesAbility to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate, prescribed technical, therapeutic, and safety interventions.Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff, and members of the interprofessional care team using verbal, written, and electronic communication means.Ability to promote person‐centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem‐solve effectively.Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about essential topics for their health care and well‐being.Ability to organize and prioritize work.Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.Ability to use factual information, prior learning, and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research‐based evidence or evidence‐informed practice.Ability to operate related equipment, including relevant computer applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Registered Nurse, Medicine - Chilliwack General Hospital - C$41.4 - C$59.5 An Hour
🏢 Fraser Health
📍 Chilliwack