Job Description
Medical Imaging Nurse, Radiology
BC Children’s Hospital
Vancouver, BC
https://jobs.phsa.ca/job/vancouver/medical-imaging-nurse-radiology-bc-children-s-hospital/909/38303338624
You are an RN with an overall love of children and a professional passion for pediatric health care, gained through your experience in pediatric acute or critical care. You’re seeking a weekday position with set 8-hour shifts, where you can put your Post Anesthetic and Peri-Anesthesia experience, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification into action. This is your opportunity to support children/youth and their families through care within Medical Imaging from assessment through to after-procedure care! Join an incredibly supportive team of professionals in a team nursing environment – and, relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
What you’ll do
The Medical Imaging Nurse is a key member of the Medical Imaging (MI) team at BC Children’s Hospital. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the MI Nurse provides direct patient care, including performing IV insertions, admitting patients, procedural induction, recovering and discharging of patients requiring sedation or general anesthesia, assisting Anesthesiologists and other MI team members with various procedures. Key duties include:
Provide emotional support and prepares patients for procedures prior to their visit to the department of MI, and for their follow up care afterwards.
Maintain patient records by collecting and documenting information, reviewing patient/family history, developing care plans, communicating potential problems and special needs, and charting.
Participate as a member of the health care team through contributing information in patient and family care conferences, rounds or huddles, and staff meetings.
Assess patient status prior to, during, and following MI procedures and communicates special needs to the MI team prior to imaging examination.
What you bring
Qualifications
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)
CPR Training – Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level 1
1 year of recent pediatric PACU experience in a tertiary level setting or one year of recent pediatric critical care experience in a tertiary level setting or a combination of pediatric critical care courses. Post Anesthetic nursing courses, Peri-Anesthesia Nursing course or an equivalent combination of education and experience
2 years’ recent experience working in a pediatric acute/critical care setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
Experience
Broad knowledge of BCCNM standards for nursing practice, along with child and youth developmental theory
Effective communication skills for verbal/written interactions with pediatric patients and their families, as well as colleagues and other staff
Enjoys working with children, and has experience relating effectively to children and their families
Ability to participate as a member of multidisciplinary care team, and to function as a nursing resource
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
Job Type: Regular Full-time, Regular Part-time and Temporary Full-Time opportunities available
Wage: $36.23 to $47.58 per hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday; 0700 - 1500 to 1000 - 1800; on call rotation after hours
Req #: 134301E
As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.
What we do
BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia. BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
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Job Requirements
Qualifications
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)
CPR Training – Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level 1
1 year of recent pediatric PACU experience in a tertiary level setting or one year of recent pediatric critical care experience in a tertiary level setting or a combination of pediatric critical care courses. Post Anesthetic nursing courses, Peri-Anesthesia Nursing course or an equivalent combination of education and experience
2 years’ recent experience working in a pediatric acute/critical care setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
Experience
Broad knowledge of BCCNM standards for nursing practice, along with child and youth developmental theory
Effective communication skills for verbal/written interactions with pediatric patients and their families, as well as colleagues and other staff
Enjoys working with children, and has experience relating effectively to children and their families
Ability to participate as a member of multidisciplinary care team, and to function as a nursing resource
