Role Snapshot

- Location: Vancouver
- Work site: St John Hospice
- Primary site: St John Hospice - 6389 Stadium Road Vancouver, British Columbia V7X1K8 Canada
- Categories: Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse
- Min hourly: 41.42 CAD
- Max hourly: 55.91 CAD
- Salary grade: L3
- Employment type: Reg/Temp/Full‑Time/PT/Casual
- Rotation: Days/Nights Rotating
- FTE: 0.73, 0.85, 1.00

What You Will Do

Providence Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Palliative Care team at St. Paul’s Hospital.

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the RN provides holistic, patient‑ and family‑centred nursing care to individuals with life‑limiting illnesses. The RN assesses patient needs, develops and implements individualized care plans, evaluates outcomes, and supports patients and families in meeting their physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial needs.

Working within an interdisciplinary team and guided by the standards of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives, the RN promotes comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients receiving palliative care. Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, education for patients and families, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and contributing to a safe, respectful care environment aligned with the mission and values of Providence Health Care.

This role is ideal for nurses who are passionate about compassionate end‑of‑life care and teamwork in a supportive clinical environment.

Testing and Background Check

Testing may be required. A criminal record check may be required.

Minimum Nurse‑to‑Patient Ratio

Minimum Nurse‑to‑Patient Ratios (mNPR)



provide a transparent staffing approach that supports safe nursing practice and high‑quality patient care. At Providence Health Care, the mNPR approach reflects our commitment to person‑centred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety.

What You Bring

Education:

- Current practising registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.

Skills and Abilities:

- Demonstrated competence in performing CPR procedures.
- Experience in teamwork, decision‑making and conflict resolution.
- Demonstrated a teaching aptitude.
- Proficient in clinical leadership.
- A robust desire to expand professional skills and a commitment to lifelong learning in nursing.

What We Offer

- A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is $41.42–$55.91 per hour, depending on experience.
- Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
- State‑of‑the‑art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families,



and our communities.
- Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients.
- A comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance as well as pension.

Location

St. John’s Hospice (14 beds) – Sub‑Acute: Hospice care is intended for those who are in the last days of life and are receiving end‑of‑life care. The first community hospice on Vancouver’s West Side is situated in a beautiful location on the University of British Columbia’s campus.

Your Day to Day

- Reviews patient/resident status through charts, observations, interviews, and team collaboration.
- Assesses needs, develops care plans, and delivers care using clinical judgment and evidence‑based practice.
- Provides nursing care in alignment with established policies, procedures, and standards.
- Monitors progress, evaluates outcomes, and adjusts care plans as needed.
- Documents assessments, care plans, patient status, and reports changes to appropriate staff.
- Responds to crises and provides interventions in life‑threatening situations.
- Supports patient and family education, including teaching and health promotion.
- Guides and supports care staff, promoting teamwork and effective task coordination.
- Participates in education, training, quality improvement, and research activities.
- Facilitates discharge planning, advocates for patient rights, and performs additional duties as required.

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📌 Registered Nurse, Hospice Reg/Temp/Full-Time/PT/Casual Days/Nights Rotating St John Hospice Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (Vancouver)
🏢 Providence Health Care
📍 Vancouver