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 $49.20/Hr.

- CAD $63.47/Hr. Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of qualified practice, and the vision, values and policies of the organization, assesses team learning needs by observing care provision and other activities; pprovides consultation and education to nursing staff, team members and students using advanced theory and knowledge of content area and teaching and learning principles/processes; Consults, confers, and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members, physicians, educational resources, and other health care professionals to achieve excellence in client-centred education and research. Assists the Manager with related administrative activities. This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health. STAT CENTRE (Short-Term Assessment and Treatment) - UBC Campus Join our caring community at the Short-Term Assessment and Treatment Centre located on the UBC campus in Vancouver!STAT Centre in Vancouver is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team of healthcare professionals.

The Vancouver Community Short Term

Assessment and Treatment (STAT) Centre is a community bed-based program, providing specialized assessment and treatment to older adults (generally aged 65 years and older), with physical and/ or mental health concerns that co-exist with a combination of age-related psychological, cognitive, functional, and social needs.



Comprehensive geriatric and psychiatric assessments as well as coordinated diagnostic and consultative services Strategies for coping with disabilities Optimization of physical, functional, social and nutritional status with the goal of returning home Recreation and activity programming for social engagement Collaboration with community, mental health, and home health teams to facilitate a seamless transition of care Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Three (3) years' recent related nursing experience in mental health and/or long-term care education, as appropriate to the job, including one year's related teaching experience and or group facilitation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge of gerontology and geriatric psychiatry and nursing standards of the Canadian Gerontological Nursing Association and current practices in long term care, as applicable to the job. Comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centered model of care. Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice related to designated clinical area.

Comprehensive knowledge of adult education principles, methods, and tools. Comprehensive knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in patient/client care. Demonstrates ability to problem solve using sound judgment in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient/client care.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and set priorities for care for a caseload of clients. Demonstrated ability to communicate, negotiate and deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families, and staff of outside agencies. General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.

Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations. Demonstrated ability in conducting physical, mental, psychosocial/functional environmental assessments.





Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies. Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques. Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use computerized patient/client care information system.

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. #

📌 Clinical Resource/Educator Nurse (RN/RPN) (British Columbia)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 British Columbia