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Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $40.21/Hr. - CAD $54.28/Hr. Job Summary Come work as a Registered Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the Short Stay Unit at UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!As a Registered Nurse joining the Short Stay Unit at UBC Hospital you will:Assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care for designated surgical short stay patient/client group.Participate in discharge planning, functions as a client advocate and teaches 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 own clinical competence.Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned. Qualifications Education & ExperienceCurrent practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group – Short Stay Surgeries.Demonstrated knowledge of pathophysiology related to common diagnosis/surgeries and specific clinical situations related to area of practice (. Neurological - seizures, stroke, spinal injuries, ALS, MS; Cardiovascular - heart failure, angina, MI; Respiratory - asthma, COPD, pneumonia; Gastrointestinal - peritonitis, pancreatitis, hepatic failure; Genitourinary - renal failure; Hematology – immunodeficiency, thrombosis; Endocrine/Glandular; Demonstrated ability to provide nursing assessments & interventions related to common diagnosis/surgeries and specific clinical situations relevant to the designated patient/client group (. Neurological - stroke; Cardiovascular - cardiac arrest, septic shock, arrhythmia; Respiratory - ineffective airways, impaired gas exchange; Gastrointestinal - abdominal assessments and drainage, liver profile, enteral feeding; Genitourinary - nephrotoxic agents, AV Fistula, urine and creatinine assessments; Endocrine - blood sugar, electrolytes, hormone replacement; Musculoskeletal - skin and muscle evaluations, immobilizers, pharmacological agents, wound care; Hematology - CBC, WBC, administration of blood products).Demonstrated ability to perform focused secondary assessments and integrate information from a variety of sources including diagnostics and develop plan of care relevant to the designated patient/client group.Demonstrated ability to anticipate and respond to potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated patient/client group.Demonstrated ability in correct usage of equipment and maintains competency in working with non-invasive ventilation (CPAP); enteral feeding tubes; special urinary catheters; other care related pumps, catheters, tubes, suctions for patient population.Demonstrated ability to document client care on appropriate systems/forms in accordance with organizational and unit standards in a timely and accurate manner.Demonstrated skill in the management of patients with post-operative anxiety, discomfort, pain, and/or complications; complex pain management issues; sensitivity to opioids, opioid tolerance; or cardiac issues. Utilizes the Pain Assessment Record to perform comprehensive pain assessments.Demonstrated skill in safe care & management of complex wound/ostomy care, catheterization, gastrointestinal tubes/drains, compartment syndrome, blood glucose monitoring, and pharmacological agents.Demonstrated skill in IV insulin management, enteral nutrition, administering blood and blood product transfusions, and infection monitoring of invasive sites or devices (CVC/PICC).Demonstrated skill in performing RN autonomous scope of practice and standards of care relevant to designated patient/client population including IV, infection control, isolation protocols etc. 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. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.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 planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staffEquity, 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.