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.

Within the context of a patient and family-centred framework and continuum based care model and in accordance with the established standards of professional practice and the vision and values of the organization, works collaboratively with the Registered Nurse in direct patient care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating interventions and coordinating health services. Participate in a variety of meetings including care conferences and assists with the orientation of new staff and students as required. Responds to and reports incidents according to establish procedures and performs clerical duties as needed.This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). . Completion of recognized post-basic education in gastroenterology/GI endoscopy nursing, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of pathophysiology related to common diagnosis specific to the designated patient group.Demonstrated skill in performing LPN scope of practice and standards of care relevant to designated patient population.. General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction approach and Strengths-based care. Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations. Demonstrated ability to perform nursing assessments and interventions. Demonstrated ability to make sound clinical judgments to provide safe ethical patient care. Demonstrated ability to recognize potential complications and care issues. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated competency and ability in correct usage of equipment.Demonstrated ability to document patient care on appropriate systems/forms. Demonstrated ability to provide safe and appropriate telephone consultations and document related discussions and patient care. Demonstrated skills in patient/family centered care planning, patient/family engagement and education and therapeutic communication.Demonstrated current basic cardiac life support. Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.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.