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.

Salary Details The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20/Hr. – CAD $63.47/Hr.

Job Summary Come work as a Registered Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in Chemotherapy team at Qathet General Hospital in Powell River, BC. Apply now to join our team!

The Registered Nurse Medical Day

Care/Patient Educator has the primary responsibility for the coordination, provision and evaluation of nursing care within the identified criteria for the Medical Day Care Program. He/she will work closely with the Regional Oncologist, Physicians and Nurse Manager in the preparation, maintenance and implementation of nursing standards, protocols, procedures and policies for the Medical Day Care Program. Provides educational assistance to inpatients, ambulatory patients and staff with respect to oncology and intravenous nursing care.

Qualifications Education & Experience - Graduate of an approved school of nursing.

- Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- One year recent related clinical experience in Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics.
- One year experience in the care of oncology patients and chemotherapy. One year recent clinical teaching experience.
- Current registration with BCCA. Knowledge,



Skills & Abilities - Demonstrated ability to participate in program development and implementation.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively teach patients and families.
- Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
- Demonstrated ability in teaching other professional staff.
- Possess advanced intravenous therapy skill – peripheral and central.
- Demonstrated effective skills in verbal and written communication.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Closing Statement In the absence of qualified applicants VCH may provide training. 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.

Benefits 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.

- Comprehensive health perks 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.

📌 Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Day Care (Powell River)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Powell River