Registered Nurse w/ Remote Certified Practice Coverage
Island Health is pleased to announce the addition of Registered Nurses with Remote Certified Practice coverage at the Sayward Primary Care Clinic beginning Monday, October 5.
These nurses work autonomously within a defined scope of practice and collaborate with physicians and nurse practitioners to provide primary health care services. They can assess and treat certain acute illnesses and injuries, support health promotion and disease prevention, and use specialized Decision Support Tools approved by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives to diagnose specific conditions, order select laboratory tests, and prescribe certain medications without a physician’s order.
Services Provided:
- Chronic disease management, counselling, and education to support self-management skills
- General health and wellness education
- Assessment and treatment of non-emergency health concerns within scope
- Health system navigation and support
- Assistance with medical supplies and equipment
- Referrals to and collaboration with other health care providers
- Wound care and skin assessments
Services Not Provided:
- Renew prescriptions
- Prescribe narcotics or controlled substances
- Diagnose, treat, or prescribe outside authorized scope of practice
You can book an appointment or walk-in when available to meet with the nurse and discuss your health care needs.
Foot Care Nurse Appointments Available
Book directly with the nurses, not through the clinic.
Upcoming Foot Care Dates:
September 29th – Conny Agarwal, $65/hr,416.399.8123
October 20th – Tanya Cullen, $70/hr, 250.202.3802
November TBA – Conny (weather permitting)
Payment can be made by cash, cheque, or e-transfer. Credit and debit cards will not be accepted. This service helps locals access foot care without travelling.
