Cape Cod Healthcare·Parksville, British Columbia
The nurse will assist providers in an urgent care setting by performing patient assessments, administering treatments, and documenting medical history in the EMR. Responsibilities also include maintaining clinical supplies, performing procedures like IV insertions and splinting, and providing patient education.
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Under the direct supervision of the provider, the nurse will assist in initiating care in the Urgent Care setting.
RN/LNP must correctly identify patients by asking name and date of birth.
Nurse duties include intake, assessment, point of care testing, all provider ordered treatments, discharges, and patient education.
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Assess and treat patients in a fast paced, high volume urgent care setting.
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Obtain and document all current medical history, medications, and allergies within the EMR.
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Assist providers in urgent care procedures.
Implement orders for EKG’s, dressing changes, suture removal, ear lavages, splinting, injections, IV insertion, and IV infusions.
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Maintain and stock all rooms, IV carts, and other supplies as needed to meet the needs of the department.
Check all equipment to ensure proper working order.
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Return patient phone calls to answer general medical questions in a timely manner.
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Always maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information.
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Assess personal and learning developmental needs and act as a resource person for other staff and patients.
Participate in staff meetings and other activities that promote the growth and development of nursing and patient care.
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Work cooperatively with co-workers and communicate politely with department employees, patients, and visitors.
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Perform other work duties as requested.
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Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold a current Massachusetts license as an RN or LPN. A current BLS certification and previous experience in acute care or urgent care settings are required.
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.