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 within the context of an innovative Mental Health & Substance Use partnership service, client centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice, Code of Ethics for registered nurses or registered psychiatric nurses and the established vision and values of the organization. The Clinical Nurse Educator coordinates and provides clinical education services to staff by utilizing educational/curriculum theory and knowledge of nursing and clinical practice to support the design, development, implementation and evaluation of clinical education programs. This position assesses individual and group learning needs and participates in the development of individual growth plans. Consults, confers and collaborates with program and team members as well as other Educators in the promotion of continuous quality improvement, resolution of clinical education issues and coordination of activities required for progressive educational and clinical practice programs; takes corrective action with respect to individual and group learning needs. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Three (3) years’ recent, related mental health and substance use experience including one (1) year experience developing, implementing and/or delivering education services, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for local area travel may be required.Knowledge & AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centered model of care.Broad knowledge of BCCNM Standards for Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing Practice.Comprehensive knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.Comprehensive knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in patient/client care.Comprehensive knowledge of mental illness and treatment.Comprehensive knowledge of substance use and treatment.Demonstrated knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction oriented care. Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive nursing services to diverse and marginalized populations.Demonstrated ability to implement patient and family centred care. Basic knowledge of program evaluation.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and lead.Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking in approach to teaching.Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and material.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and clients and their families, either one-on-one and in-groups.Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member, leader, and facilitator.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.Demonstrated ability to promote a creative learning environment.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.Skill in the use of equipment and in techniques appropriate to designated clinical area.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system.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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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 BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.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.