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.

Working within an interdisciplinary clinical framework in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Standards of Practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse and consistent with the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Vancouver Coastal Health, working closely with stable or predictable acute, chronic and palliative populations within the acute care setting and within the context of the vision and values of the organization. The LPNE works collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team utilizing evidence-informed practice and education theory to provide onboarding and educational programs that will achieve the most effective outcomes in the context of workplace learning. Works with health care partners and key collaborators to ensure overall understanding of regional initiatives communicates progress and facilitate site-specific programs in meeting standards and overall goals. Provides education services including individual or group educational activities to LPNs and/or other designated staff, measures education program success and amends plans accordingly. Participates in research, policy, quality improvement and risk management activities. The LPNE performs their duties within a program and/or regional focus and may be required to work at multiple sites across Vancouver Coastal Health. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & ExperienceCurrent practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses andMidwives (BCCNM).Three (3) years’ recent related clinical experience in Acute Care, including one (1) year teaching and/or leadership experience Completion of Vancouver Coastal Health Educator Pathway 1 or preceptorship experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for business related purposes.Skills and Abilities:• Clinical proficiency/expertise in the designated clinical area.• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client and family care.• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and coach team members to promote an efficient and effective team based environment.• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently and be resourceful.• Demonstrated ability to adjust communication to suit the recipient and/or situation within a complex community environment.• Ability to provide constructive feedback and work collaboratively in partnership with learners.• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration/consultation with others.• Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, database skills and computer literacy to operate a computerized client and scheduling information system.• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.• Ability to apply educational theories and evidence to teaching practices.• Ability to establish educational priorities to meet identified program, organization and learner needs.• Ability to facilitate learning and create effective learning environments.• Ability to deliver teaching/learning modalities and education materials that promote evidence-informed practice.• Ability to problem-solve and effectively deal with conflict situations.• Broad knowledge of chronic disease management and approaches to self-care.• Broad knowledge of harm reduction, Trauma Informed approaches and Indigenous Cultural Safety to client care.• Demonstrated ability in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) technique.• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.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 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.