Position Summary

Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Specialized Services department.

In accordance with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and the Mission and Values of Northern Health, the Coordinator of ECT Services works collaboratively with the interprofessional care team in the provision of person centered and recovery oriented care. Utilizes evidence-informed practice and education theory to provide consultation and clinical expertise to staff in hospital, outpatient and community settings. Demonstrates expertise and role models direct care skills to health care professionals and, as appropriate, participates in direct care of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) patients.
Provides clinical support and leadership by developing and implementing policies and procedures, coaches and trains nursing staff in the delivery of care, coordinates the scheduling and booking of treatments and/or consults, participates in the clinical assessment of patients, and provides education and support to patients and their families.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 15:00

University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest Acute Care facility within the Northern Health region, and a hub for specialized health services. It’s also a teaching hospital:
• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and many health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT and other institutions.
UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations and new equipment since 2001:
• Patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU
• State-of-the-art maternal-child care centre (including a single room neonatal ICU)
• Facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training
• MRI unit
UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, featuring a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly, and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Must have (Nursing Degree) Three (3) years' recent, related clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC driver's license and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.

Skills and Abilities:
• Clinical proficiency/expertise in Electroconvulsive Therapy and psychiatric care.
• Ability to apply educational theories and evidence to teaching practices.
• Ability to establish educational priorities to meet identified program, organization and learner needs.
• Ability to implement education based on changing practices e.g. legislation and technology.
• Ability to foster effective teaching and learning relationships.
• Ability to facilitate learning and create effective learning environments.
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders in preparing appropriate learner environments.
• Ability to develop and utilize appropriate practice assessment tools.
• Ability to develop and deliver teaching/learning modalities and education materials that promote best practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients/, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team.
• Ability to provide leadership and work direction in a coaching/mentoring role.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to problem-solve and effectively deal with conflict situations.
• Ability to conceptualize education from a unit to regional focus.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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