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

- CAD $55.91/Hr. Come work as a Nurse (RN/ RPN) Eating Disorders with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in Richmond, BC!

Vancouver Coastal Health Mental

Health and Substance Use Services is committed to collaborating with consumers and families to build on strengths, talents and interests in order to foster a community of hope, growth and self-determination.Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics as a Registered Nurse or a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, as well as the established vision and values of the organization, the Intake Nurse performs initial screening and triage for referrals based on client needs, urgency of request and best practices to determine the appropriate treatment; educates and provides consultation to client/family and primary care provider(s). Provides consultation, case management on complex cases to individuals and families with and affected by serious and persistent eating disorders. Assesses clients, provides treatment intervention and determines referral needs, provides group therapy and group education, liaises with community resources for specialized services and counsels clients.

Participates in a variety of team and/or local committees and internal and external case conferences and develops, coordinates and delivers in-services, presentations and training to clients, families and caregivers.



Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Two (2) years' recent related clinical experience working in a mental health setting, including counselling of clients and working with eating disordered clients, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle. Broad knowledge of community nursing theory and practice of the designated client population within the program. Broad knowledge of BCCNM standards for nursing/psychiatric nursing practice.

Demonstrated ability to undertake client assessments utilizing mental health and eating disorders standardized tools. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, groups, and other professionals within an interdisciplinary environment in a diverse community. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, families, staff and community agency personnel.

Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of relevant regulations, policies and procedures, and other statutory duties. Ability to provide consultation to clients, families and healthcare professionals. Ability to make effective referrals, reflecting in-depth knowledge of community resources and solid collaborative skills in working with other community partners.

Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and professional practice guidelines for the treatment of various disorders. Demonstrated therapeutic skills in the areas of case management, individual and group therapy with adults with various mental disorders including eating disorders. Proficiency in the use of personal computers, including related word processing and database management software applications.





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 At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. 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. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #

📌 Mental Health Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) (Vancouver)
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