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Job Details: Nurse Practitioner, Central Coast

 

Company: Vancouver Coastal Health – Come to us for a great job and great benefits in a region that has one of the best qualities of life in the world.

Description: We are a United Church Hospital affiliated with the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. R.W.Large Memorial Hospital is situated waterside on the 'Inside Passage' amidst a rain forest environment.
Responsible and accountable for the comprehensive assessment of patients and clients including diagnosing diseases, disorders and conditions. Initiates treatment including health care management, therapeutic interventions and prescribes medications in accordance with the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions, and employer policies and procedures. Provides professional guidance to other health professionals and participates autonomously as a member of the interdisciplinary health teams making referrals to specialist physicians as appropriate. This position will be located out of the R.W. Large Memorial Hospital , with outreach service to Ocean Falls and Klemtu. This position will take a lead role in chronic disease management, provide health promotion and disease prevention services, patient and staff education. It will address the priority areas of improving the health and wellness of the aboriginal population and strengthening the primary health care system through improving care for individuals living with chronic conditions and prevention among those at risk.

Collaborates with clients and other health professionals to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for clients, families and communities; develops and implements population and evidence based strategies to improve health and participate in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices. Participates in peer review and self review to evaluate the outcome of the services at the client, community and population level. Responsible for own professional development and maintaining competence in the position.

Current applicable registration with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC). Completion of a CRNBC approved master's degree level nurse program or successful completion of an approved Prior Learning Assessment and Review (PLAR) process. Minimum of 2 years recent relevant clinical nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Currently we offer relocation/commitment reimbursement, ocean front housing as a taxable benefit, including hydro, and cable. Waglisla or 'Bella Bella' is home to the Heiltsuk Nation who have a history dating back 10,000 years. The hospital also serves residents of Denny Island, Klemtu and Ocean Falls; as well as transient mariners, loggers and tourists.
Please apply online or apply directly to:

Jo-Ann Hall, Administrative Assistant
Phone: 250-957-2314 ext 235
Fax: 250-957-2720
email: Jo-Ann.Hall@vch.ca
Posting Date: Nov 28 07

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