Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Indigenous Educator provides leadership and guidance to designated staff and the interdisciplinary team by integrating clinical expertise and a specialized knowledge of Indigenous wellness and traditional healing approaches within the context of family and patient centered care. Promotes, implements, and evaluates education programs, resources, and research using knowledge of Indigenous world views, culturally safe care, and adult learning principles. Participates in quality improvement initiatives by evaluating the care provided to patients/clients and their families/caregivers through methods such as assisting and observing staff, reviewing/auditing relevant documentation and conducting interviews to investigate clinical incidents.

Acts as a resource, supporting staff training and development to ensure delivery of efficient, high standard care for Indigenous patients and their families. Assists the Manager with performing administrative duties related to clinical research activities and education.

Coordinates Indigenous Cultural

Safety education and program delivery for the interdisciplinary clinical teams working in in-patient and out-patient settings. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, the leadership team, and other health care providers/professionals to achieve excellence in Indigenous patient and family centre care.

Practices within the context of a client and family centred care model, and in accordance with the applicable qualified College or Association’s standards of practice and Code of Ethics. Practices within the scope of practice as set by the organization, as per VCH policies and guidelines/clinical practice documents and within own competence. This practice is aligned with the vision, mission, goals and values of the organization as well as with the concept of the client and family centered care model.

QUALIFICATIONS:

QUALIFICATIONS

Education &

Experience

Master’s degree in a health science discipline from a recognized program, and registration with the applicable professional College or eligibility for registration with the applicable professional association,



supplemented with three (3) years' recent, related experience in a clinical setting, including one (1) years’ experience developing, implementing and/or delivering education services and/or group facilitation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver’s License required as local area travel may require use of own vehicle.

Pursuant to Section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to individuals of Indigenous identity (First Nations, Inuit, M�tis).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of Indigenous healing practices, wellness and perspectives of health.

Knowledge of evidence informed clinical practice related to clinical area(s).

Knowledge of hospital policies, procedures and standards of care.

Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in patient care.

Knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice in the care of clients and families in need of emergency care.

Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and coach.

Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver educational materials for staff/patients/clients and families based on and integrating clinical education and Indigenous education theories, principles and best practices.

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 function as an effective team member, leader, and facilitator.

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.

Demonstrated ability to promote a creative learning environment.

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.

Skill in use of equipment and techniques appropriate to treatment of clients requiring in-patient care.

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

Demonstrated ability to function effectively and efficiently in emergent situations and guide others in order to deliver quality patient care.

Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.

Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized patient care information system.

Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

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. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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.

📌 Indigenous Educator (Allied) (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Vancouver