Island Health
Job title:
Medical Imaging Nurse
Company
Island Health
Job description
Close DateSep. 15 2024LocationRoyal Jubilee Hospital – Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)
Victoria General Hospital – Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CAWork Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteYesTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites may be requiredShift Start Time/End Time0730-1530, 0800-1600Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$41.42 – $59.52Paid FTE0.5Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS37.5Planned Start DateSep. 30 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Mar. 31 2025Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Leader or designate, the Medical Imaging Nurse works as a member of a multidisciplinary team performing various and specialized medical/diagnostic imaging procedures, assisting with interventional procedures for patients of all ages who may be critically ill and/or attached to life-support equipment, including acting as a scrub and circulating nurse; prepares for and responds to fluctuating workloads, unexpected critical situations and the requirement to be on-call as needed; consults, confers and collaborates with other healthcare providers such as radiologists, surgeons and technologists; and demonstrates initiative and expertise in nursing best practices.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Post-basic education in critical care nursing, such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and two (2) years recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Level C, Basic Life Support Certificate.Skills And Abilities
- Apply nursing process as required and described in BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice.
- Demonstrate sound organizational, problem solving, and teaching skills.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, observation and patient assessment skills.
- Demonstrate tact and empathy.
- Prioritize and organize patient demands made and care needs.
- Operate related equipment.
- Remain calm and respond appropriately in stressful and emergency situations.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
- Foster good public relations.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the position, such as being on her/his feet for extended periods and working under the weight of lead protective gear.
- Work independently, with limited supervision.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicants2 x 0.5 Temp PT positions Medical Imaging RN end date 31 Oct 25 This position is eligible for up to a $15,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!
Expected salary
Location
Victoria, BC
Job date
Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:48:23 GMT
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