Registered Nurse (rn), Palliative Care Resource

Position Summary
Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our Palliative Care team.

In accordance with established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Regional Lead or designate, the Palliative Care Resource Nurse (PCRN) practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family centered care model.
The PCRN screens and prioritizes consultation activities, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, in order to provide consultation and clinical support based on specialized theory, knowledge, education and practice in the designated clinical area. Provides individual and/or group education, training of educators and other similar roles to provide educational sessions on basic concepts and palliative care using established palliative care curriculum and develops resources and education materials as needed.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualfications
• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years' recent related clinical nursing experience in palliative care, including one (1) year experience in a supervisory/leadership role, and one year experience providing education to other healthcare providers or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License

Skills and Abilities:
• Proficiency in the use of personal computer applications including Word and Excel with database skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, direct, manage and implement change.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic, complex and changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply creative and innovative thinking to affect continuous improvement.
• Ability to role model, coach, mentor and teach palliative care skills.
• Ability to apply educational theories and best practices to teaching.
• Ability to identify learning needs of individual or groups of staff.
• Ability to supervise the implementation of projects and quality improvement initiatives utilizing change management theory.
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and lead meetings.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.