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NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered.

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 client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision and values of the organization, the Withdrawal Management (WDM) Nurse provides direct nursing care to clients accessing WDM services by working as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Performs nursing assessment and diagnosis, and collaborates with team members, educators, partners, peers, leadership, and other regulated and unregulated health care providers to develop care plans and interventions, mitigates, and identifies risks, to achieve excellence in substance use care delivery. Administers prescribed medicines, monitors client response, and demonstrates and provides ongoing education and information to the client/family on activities of daily living, use of medication and side-effects, harm reduction and coping strategies, and integration of health condition to their life. Prepares and maintains client records according to established professional and organizational standards, participates in team meetings, engages in team planning and quality improvement activities and maintains and updates own knowledge.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 Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities• Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within VCH guiding principles for substance use care.• Knowledge of BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses or Registered Psychiatric Nurses.• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to screening, assessment, risk identification, care planning, intervention(s), and evaluation. • Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and substance use theory and practice including therapeutic communication, crisis intervention and management, psychopharmacology and pharmacology, interdisciplinary care coordination and key VCH and non-VCH community resources. • General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches 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.• Broad knowledge of violence prevention and non-violent crisis intervention strategies.• Demonstrated ability to adapt to unexpected and challenging events, and reconsider workload priorities.• Broad knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment. with diverse people.• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. • Demonstrated ability to prioritize work independently and apply critical thinking in decision making. • Demonstrated leadership, quality improvement and professional development aptitude. • Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet, email, and other software systems. • Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques and emergency response.• 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 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.