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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.

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JOB SUMMARY:Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics for registered nurses as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the organization. Supports nursing staff to provide quality patient care providing information based on perioperative specialized theory/practice, assessing clinical skills and/or participating in direct patient/client and family care as appropriate. Consults, confers, and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, educational resources, and other health care professionals/providers to achieve excellence in patient centred care, education and research.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 an acute care operating room environment encompassing learning facilitation, clinical teaching and/or client education or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Certificate in adult education an asset.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of Nursing theory and practice within a patient/family centered model of care.Demonstrated knowledge of the BCCNM standards for nursing practice.Demonstrated knowledge of clinical practice in the designated clinical area. Demonstrated knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.Demonstrated knowledge of educational theory.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, coach and facilitate staff.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to communicate with, and deal effectively with, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, patients and their families, and staff of outside agencies.Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict situations.Demonstrated ability to manage complex learning situations.Demonstrated ability to promote a creative learning environment.Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in collaboration with others.Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to designated clinical area.Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the treatment of specialized patient population.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized patient care information system.Ability to operate related equipment.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.