Registered Nurse

Rotary Hospice House is a community that honors’ life, values humility, and shares hope. As an RN, you treat all residents, volunteers, and staff members with respect and courtesy. You regard the dignity and best interests of each resident, recognizing that they have a right and an obligation to take responsibility for personal actions and choices. You are expected to fulfill your RN obligations and responsibilities with integrity, and perform every duty in a conscientious, diligent, and efficient manner.

HOURS:

• Casual/on-call

1. Assumes responsibility for the delivery of care for each resident, ensuring that all personal and nursing care is provided in accordance with the mission of The Salvation Army, agency, regulatory and established ethical guidelines, and requirements.
2. Monitors the treatment regime and health status including physical, emotional, and psychological needs to ensure the safety and well-being of the resident.
3. Performs nursing care to residents including administering prescribed medication and treatments, and observing, recording, and reporting symptoms and changes in resident condition.
4. Carries out established procedures to prepare facility’s equipment and supplies
5. Provides caring environment to residents and families including facilitating participation of resident and family in care plans.
6. Maintains pertinent records and ensures all documentation is accurate and complete.
7. Maintains strict confidentiality of information about residents and families. Documents in writing and in electronic health record and e-Mar.
8. Participates in professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge and practice.
9. Maintains relationships with all external health agencies, professionals, and the community.
10. Performs other related duties as required.

*NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.

Education/Certifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or equivalency.
• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years related work experience.
• Direct experience in hospice/palliative care is preferred.

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent
• A clear vulnerable sector screening
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation.   If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements. 

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.