OUR SCHOOL

Shawnigan Lake School is a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages 13-18 on Canada’s beautiful west coast. Our diverse, inter-disciplinary and innovative programming helps shape the next generation of global leaders.

Shawnigan provides academic ambition to develop a culture of curiosity, collaboration, independence and resilience in our students through educators and peers who inspire our students to embrace a love of learning by challenging them to solve problems critically and creatively.

JOB DESCRIPTION

REGISTERED NURSE (CASUAL)

Shawnigan Lake School is looking for a registered nurse interested in working on a casual basis. Shifts may be scheduled for daytime, evenings or weekends and may include some on-call time.

This is a contract opportunity commencing in January 2023 and concluding in June 2023, with the potential for renewal.

Shawnigan Lake is renowned for its rugged beauty and its namesake, 7 kilometre long lake that provides the opportunity for fishing, swimming and sunbathing in the summer. Shawnigan Lake boarders the communities of Cobble Hill and Mill Bay and is a short commute from nearby cities Duncan and Langford.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assessing symptoms, administering medications, assessing and treating injuries

· Educating and informing students about nutrition and self-care, managing medications, and disease prevention

· Ensuring that students are seen promptly and directing follow-up as needed

· Providing healthcare services to students throughout the day, managing students who are unable to attend class and communicating with teachers, House Directors and coaches

· Administering first aid and care of all students and staff

· Managing student medications both in the Health Centre and with student in their rooms

· Ensuring first aid kits for teams and away trips are stocked and available to sign out

· Maintaining the Health Centre, ensuring an attractive, hygienic room, suitably equipped for serving the medical needs of students and staff

· Contacting parents, as needed, regarding significant medical concerns

· Ensuring House Directors are provided with a list of updated health concerns pertaining to their students

· Being available to staff leading school trips to offer advice and information regarding individual students’ medication

· Managing student appointments within both Shawnigan Lake School and external health and medical centres

· Coordinating with transportation to ensure students arrive at their various health and medical appointments

· Informing students about student resources available through the Health Centre, including physician clinics, counselling, and athletic therapy services

REQUIREMENTS

· Current practicing membership with BCCNM

· Up-to-date criminal records check, as per the requirements of the School and the profession

· Valid CPR-C

· Emergency room or pediatrics experience is strongly preferred

· Tact and absolute discretion in dealing with all matters

· Independent but with the ability to work as part of a team

· Flexibility in approach to people and to working arrangements

· Able to respond calmly, quickly and willingly to urgent and unexpected requests

· Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills

NEXT STEPS

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest to the attention of Morgan Yates, Head of Health Services, via email. Applications may also be mailed to the General Office at:

Attention: Human Resources

Shawnigan Lake School

1975 Renfrew Road

Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W1

Shawnigan Lake School is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Competition closes when filled.

Job Type: Casual

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site childcare
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Licence/Certification:

• Registered Nurse (RN) License (required)

Work Location: One location

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