Provide comprehensive care and preliminary assessments for new and follow-up clients in the Adult Metabolic Disease Clinic. Educate clients and families on disease and medication management while coordinating access to community programs.
Requirements summary
Requires current registration as a Registered Nurse with the BCCNM and two years of related experience in outpatient metabolic disease care. Must possess strong clinical skills, knowledge of adult education principles, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
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Description JOB SUMMARY:Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics for registered nurses as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), as well as within a client and family centred care model and the vision and values of the organization.
Provides care and services to new and follow up clients in the Adult Metabolic Disease Clinic.
Performs preliminary assessments, collaborates with appropriate health care professionals, identifies client needs, and implements strategies and treatments through ongoing care and monitoring.
Provides client/family education around disease and medication management, including information for actions needed if complications develop.
Acts as a resource to clients and families, coordinating client access and involvement in relevant programs/services within their community.
Plans, implements, reviews and revises client education sessions and materials as needed.
Maintains accurate and complete databases and tracking systems for clients on special therapies QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Completion of two (2) years' recent, related experience in outpatient metabolic disease care, including one year experience in patient education, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.Knowledge of the BCCNM standards for practice for registered nurses.Knowledge of adult education principles and methods.Knowledge of evidence based nursing practice related to designated clinical area.Knowledge of research process and methodology.Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader and facilitator.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate technique, and facilitate learning with clients.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, clients and their families, both one-on-one and in groups.Demonstrated listening and information seeking skills that promote communication and lead to a co-operative approach to problem solving within a multidisciplinary setting.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.Demonstrated ability to organize, establish workload priorities in collaboration with others and meet deadlines.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of equipment and supplies applicable to designated clinical area.Computer literacy with word processing and patient information systems skills.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.
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We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date.
Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.
