Registered Nurse (RN) - Endoscopy

Salary

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

Job Summary

Come work as an Registered Nurse in Endoscopy at Vancouver General Hospital!

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the team in the Endoscopy Clinic at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC.

Apply today to join our team!

As a Registered Nurse in Endoscopy at Vancouver Coastal Health you will :

• Provide nursing services within endoscopy clinics to ambulatory clients requiring diagnostic endoscopic procedures and to critically ill clients requiring therapeutic endoscopic procedures procedures by working independently and as a member of an integrated care team.
• Assist the physician during procedure and perform direct nursing care as appropriate to ensure the comfort and safety of clients undergoing procedures.
• Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the client / family.
• Consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care givers as well as with other endoscopy clinic team members.
• Demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice.
• Maintain and advance your own clinical competence.
• Participate on designated hospital committees / teams and approved research projects as assigned.

This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Completion of recognized post-basic education in gastroenterology / GI endoscopy nursing, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a patient / family centred model of care.
• Broad knowledge of BCCNM standards for nursing practice.
• Broad knowledge of Gastrointestinal (GI) anatomy and physiology.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction approach and Strengths-based care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Broad knowledge of pharmacology, and patient physiological reactions, related to conscious sedation.
• Broad knowledge of nursing problems commonly encountered in an endoscopy environment.
• Demonstrated ability in the initiation and management of IV therapy and administration of IV medications.
• Demonstrated ability to respond immediately and appropriately to sudden emergencies.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses during procedure and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and effectively deal with patients and their families, co-workers, physicians, and other health care workers.
• Demonstrated skill in procedural sedation and analgesia.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of and set up of endoscopy equipment.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload in a fast paced, high volume procedure environment.
• 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.