Job Description

minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs)

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and strengthening quality of care across the health system. mNPRs set the minimum number of nurses providing care to patients on a given unit. In British Columbia, mNPRs are developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) and health organizations. Guided by our values: We Care for Everyone, We Are Always Learning and We Strive for Better Results, we remain committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments where nurses can grow and thrive.

Practices in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics, and the established mission, vision, values, objectives and policies of the organization. Provides clinical education services, including individual and group learning assessments, planning, implementing and evaluating education programs and resources using specialized theory and knowledge of critical care and adult education principles. Coordinates education program delivery and related activities required for progressive educational programs, training and staff development. Consults, confers, and collaborates with program team, Clinical Education team, and other Educators in the promotion of continuous quality improvement related to educational programming, resolution of clinical education issues; takes corrective action with respect to individual and group learning needs. As a member of the Critical Care interdisciplinary team and Clinical Education team, the incumbent participates in strategic planning and assists in achieving team goals and mission by identifying trends and opportunities, setting priorities, consulting and providing input/recommendations, especially as they relate to education. Acts as a resource for nurses and other health care providers in the Hospital and the community via consultation, inservices and presentations using specialized knowledge of theory and skills in critical care clinical practice; provides direct client care as necessary. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Three (3) years' recent, related nursing experience in a tertiary-level critical care environment, including one year's experience in clinical teaching and/or group facilitation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver’s License required. Local area travel may require use of own vehicle.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesBroad knowledge of nursing science theory, and practice within a patient centred care modelComprehensive knowledge of critical care nursing practiceBroad knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, and standards of careBroad knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the BCCNPDemonstrated knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient careDemonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and coachDemonstrated ability to use critical thinking in approach to teachingDemonstrated ability to develop and deliver educational programs and materialDemonstrated ability to communicate with, and deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and patients and their families, either one-on-one and in groupsDemonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader, and facilitatorDemonstrated ability to provide leadership to customersDemonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with othersDemonstrated ability to provide effective consultationDemonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with othersDemonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issuesDemonstrated ability to function effectively and efficiently in emergency situations andguide others in order to deliver quality client careDemonstrated skill in CPR techniquesPhysical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the positionSkill in the use of equipment, and in techniques appropriate to critical care nursing practiceBasic computer literacy to operate a computerized patient information systemThe 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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As part of the Clinical Nurse Educator responsibilities, the successful candidate will serve as the Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) RN Specialist Educator. In this role, they will provide leadership for ECLS nursing education, competency development and evaluation while providing ongoing practice support. Responsibilities include Orientation coordination and continuing education for ECLS nurses, supporting simulation-based learning, maintaining competency assessment processes, collaborating with interdisciplinary ECLS team members, and contributing to quality improvement, program development, and the advancement of evidence-based ECLS practice across the organization.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. 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.