Plan direct care by reviewing patient/family history, developing patient- and family-specific care plans, and discussing/reviewing care plans with the health care team.
Provide direct patient care by implementing care plans and evaluating family-centred patient care in the setting.
Maintain patient records by collecting and documenting patient/family information, nursing observations, telephone communications, interventions, teaching, and care evaluations.
Identify own learning needs, review them with the Clinical Nurse Coordinator (or delegate), and engage in learning activities (e.g., in-services) to meet those needs.
Participate in orientation and continuing education by preceptoring and role-modeling for nursing staff and students.
Provide input to the Program Manager (or delegate) regarding policies, procedures, and operational requirements.
Maintain a safe environment for patients, families, and staff by following established emergency procedures and safety practices.
Promote implementation and evaluation of nursing research and quality monitoring activities by participating in nursing committees and staying current through education/in-service opportunities.
Perform other professionally related duties as assigned
Requirements summary
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
Two years recent related Interventional Radiology and/or acute care experience.
CPR Training: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level I.
PALS.
Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples, including commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups.
Demonstrated knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments in BCCH contexts (e.g., TRC Calls to Action, In Plain Sight, BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, UNDRIP, Reclaiming Power and Place, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act).
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and relate effectively to children and their families.
Ability to function as a nursing resource within a multidisciplinary care team.
Ability to organize work and demonstrate physical ability to perform job duties.
Ability to operate related equipment and applicable computer software
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)Effective verbal and written communicationOrganizing workDirect patient care planning and implementationOperating related equipment and applicable computer softwareFamily-centred care collaborationNursing documentation and record keepingClinical learning needs assessment and participation in in-servicesPreceptoring and role-modelingEmergency procedures and patient/family/staff safety practicesParticipation in nursing committees and quality monitoringWorking effectively with children and their familiesMultidisciplinary care team collaborationIndigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism commitment
Job description
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology, OR Surgical Suite BC Children’s Hospital Vancouver, BC A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are being introduced in B.C.! The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), alongside B.C.'s other regional health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients. Learn more at jobs.phsa.ca/mnpr. What you’ll do
Plan direct care for the patient by performing activities such as reviewing patient/family history, developing a care plan specific for the patient and family and meeting with other members of the health care team to discuss and review the care plan.
Provide direct patient care by implementing the care plan, and collaborate with other members of the health care team to evaluate family-centred patient care in the particular setting.
Maintain patient records by performing activities such as collecting and documenting information regarding patients and their families, nursing observations, telephone communications, interventions, teaching and care evaluations to ensure patient records are current and complete.
Identify own learning needs, reviews these with the Clinical Nurse Coordinator or delegate and engage in a variety of learning activities to meet these needs, such as attending in-services.
Participate in the orientation and continuing education of nursing staff and students by preceptoring and role-modeling.
Provide input to the Program Manager, or delegate, regarding policies, procedures and operational requirements.
Maintain a safe environment for patients, families and staff by following established emergency procedures and safety practices and procedures.
Promote the implementation and evaluation of nursing research and quality monitoring activities as directed by participating in nursing committees, and by keeping current through attendance at education and in-service opportunities.
Perform other professionally related duties as assigned. What you bring
Qualifications
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
Two years recent related Interventional Radiology and/or acute care experience required.
CPR Training – Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level I
Benefits
Professional development opportunities through 2,000+ in-house courses
Health, wellness, and development programs to support employees at work and at home
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility training
Mental health and well-being resources
WorkPerks discount program (local and national discounts)
Access to training on Indigenous Cultural Safety and Indigenous-specific anti-racism
Understanding of systemic racism impacts on Indigenous Peoples
Advocacy for systemic change and challenging discrimination
PALS
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCCH contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system. Core Competencies
Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.). Skills & Knowledge
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to relate effectively to children and their families and others.
Ability to participate as a member of a multidisciplinary care team and function as a nursing resource.
Ability to organize work.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
Ability to operate related equipment, including applicable computer software.
Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach. What we bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000+ in-house courses including a range of experience level, profession-specific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenous-specific anti-racism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and well-being, and more.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more. Job Type: Casual Wage: $41.42 - $55.91/hour Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9 Hours of Work: Rotating;0700-1500, 0900-1700, 1100-1900, 1500-2300, 2300-0700 Requisition # 200448E What we do BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia. BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA and BCCH are committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
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