Nurse Practitioner, Cardiac Services - BC Children’s Hospital

Nurse Practitioner, Cardiac Services

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

Working with the Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Team, Pediatric Cardiologists and Interprofessional Cardiac Services Care Team, the Nurse Practitioner initiates treatment for cardiac patients 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. Nurse Practitioners provide professional guidance to other health professionals in the care of pediatric cardiac patients and families, and participate autonomously as members as the interdisciplinary health teams making referrals to specialist physicians as appropriate.

Nurse Practitioners collaborate with clients and other health professionals to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for clients, families and communities; develop and implement population and evidence based strategies to improve health and participate in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices.

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What you’ll do

• Diagnose and treat previously undiagnosed clients for undifferentiated diseases, illnesses and conditions within the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice.
• Order appropriate screening diagnostic investigations; interpret reports of investigations and analyze information to monitor progress and plan treatment.
• As part of the multidisciplinary team, develop and implement treatment plans.
• Write orders for treatment and medications; make patient rounds as appropriate and monitor ongoing care, providing first line care in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)
• Must be eligible to complete the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) through the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
• Minimum of (4) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

What We Bring

• Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families.
• 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.

For More Information Regarding This Opportunity Please Contact

Heather Finn at Relocation allowance may be available!

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time Opportunities

Salary: $141,494 - $155,643/year

Location: 4500 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3N1

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Rotating; 0800 – 1600

Requisition Number: 130845E

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

BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

Learn More About PHSA And Our Programs

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.