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 team at Northern Health.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the Northern Health, and the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position is responsible for utilizing transportation systems to facilitate safe, timely, and cost-effective transfers and repatriations that meet the care needs of patients and the operational requirements of Northern Health facilities. The Clinical Transfer Nurse competently applies the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting program services to all patients requiring transfer. Responsible for patient advocacy, negotiating with regional access representatives, ensuring provincial policy adherence and escalation where appropriate.

The Clinical Transfer Nurse works in collaboration with the PTFO Patient Transfer Leads and Cardiac Triage Coordinator, hospital staff and physicians, bed utilization coordinators, other health authorities, BC Emergency Health Services, and transportation agencies (i.e. BC Patient Transfer Network and Alberta RAAPID) to ensure the coordination and timely delivery of both ground and air transportation resources to support patient flow through the health care continuum. The incumbent ensures timely and effective escalation of transfer-and flow-related issues to achieve logical solutions and mitigation strategies.

The PTFO functions within a call-center environment to arrange patient transfers between health authority facilities. The Clinical Transfer Nurse is a member of a multi-disciplinary NH Patient Transfer and Flow Team under the Emergency, Trauma, and Transfer Services Program, working in daily collaboration with the NH Patient Transfer Leads and NH Cardiac Triage Coordinator.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, 08:00 to 16:00 (ROTATING)

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are starting in B.C.! Interior Health, alongside B.C.'s other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Minimum two (2) year’s recent acute care experience including coordination of inter-facility patient transfers
• Related transfer and/or bed management experience and emergency and/or critical care experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:
• Computer skills with knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office and medical electronic record applications/systems and other relevant software and/or database applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with others internal and external to the organization
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, family, the public, clinical staff and members of the inter-disciplinary team, skillful in customer relations
• Fosters an environment that values patient and family-centered care
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with changing priorities and deadlines; ability to resolve conflict
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Where you will be working:
Community:
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More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

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