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.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Working within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a registered nurse and in collaboration with the physician practice teams, Director Community Care/Primary Health Care Networks, supports physician practices in office redesign to include comprehensive and coordinated case management skills for Chronic Disease Management (CDM) and prevention using agreed upon best practice quality improvement measures, guidelines and protocols. Collaboratively develops and implements shared care plans that are accessible to other healthcare providers involved in the patient’s care management. Assists individuals to achieve and maintain optimal health through the provision of information/health promotion, disease prevention and treatment services.

Within the community multidisciplinary team context, provides continuity of care by assessing patients, liaising with team members, implementing clinical interventions, evaluating patient outcomes, coordinating ongoing care and supporting transition. Acts as a clinical resource for the interdisciplinary team by providing information based on specialized theory and practice related to patients with complex heath care needs. Consults, confers, and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members, physicians,



educational resources and other health care professions to achieve excellence in patient-centred 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 chronic disease/complex illness education or chronic disease management and prevention, experience facilitating change, group process and team building, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver’s License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle for which mileage will be reimbursed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Broad knowledge of nursing science theory, and practice within a client/family centred care model.

Comprehensive knowledge of BCCNM standards for nursing practice.

Comprehensive knowledge of health care disciplines and their role in chronic disease management and care procedures/processes.

Broad knowledge of clinical practice that includes comprehensive and coordinated care for Chronic Disease Management (CDM) and prevention using agreed upon best practice quality improvement measures, guidelines and protocols.

Broad knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Broad knowledge of research methodology and processes, including analytical and evaluation skills.

Demonstrated ability in understanding the stages of change/motivational interviewing techniques.

Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member, leader, and facilitator.

Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and coach.

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 promote a creative practice change setting.

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.

Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.

Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Computer literacy with demonstrated wordprocessing, spreadsheet, presentation and database skills 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.

Details

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.

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