Salary Details The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr.

- CAD $55.91/Hr. TRAINING OPPORTUNITY Please note that a resume and cover letter is required to apply for this specialty training opportunity. Eligibility for the post-basic training education is prioritized to applicants with 2 years recent acute med/surg experience. BCIT High Acuity Nursing Specialty ProgramOnline Theory (if required): Apr 7 - June 26, 2026BCIT Workshop Day (Paid): May 21, 2026 Exam Dates: May 25 & June 22, 2026Full-time training at BCIT & practicum locations: Approx. Sept - Dec. 2026 (BCIT to confirm dates). Applicants must successfully complete the post-basic training education prior to working in the Department. Candidates accepting this training prospect agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a regular status nurse in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training. This will ensure that candidates are able to consolidate and apply skills in the specialty area that VCH has supported and funded candidates to complete. In the event that a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they were hired or VCH in under 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program.

Job Summary Come work as a Registered Nurse in the High Acuity Unit at Lions Gate Hospital!Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for Registered Nurses to join the High Acuity unit at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

About the High Acuity Unit: Join a specialized, closed High Acuity Unit (HAU) within our Critical Care platform. This dynamic and fast-paced environment offers the opportunity to care for a diverse and complex patient population that will challenge and enhance your clinical expertise. Whether you're looking to advance your critical care skills or deepen your knowledge,



we offer sponsored training opportunities to support your professional growth.

Be part of a highly rewarding and collaborative team that values support, learning, and excellence in patient care. As a Registered Nurse in High Acuity at LGH you will:

- Provide nursing care to acutely ill patients with complex, acute and often co-existing chronic illnesses both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the client/family.
- Consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care givers.
- Demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice.
- Maintain and advance clinical competence.
- Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Qualifications Education & Experience - Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Closing Statement 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.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health,



you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families.

We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan - Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities - Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families - Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers - Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff 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.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

📌 Registered Nurse (RN) - High Acuity - Training Opportunity (North Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 North Vancouver