Registered Nurse; RN - Short Stay Pediatrics

Registered Nurse (RN) – Short Stay Pediatrics

Salary: CAD $41.42 /Hr. – $55.91 /Hr.

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the Short Stay Pediatric Unit at Richmond Hospital, Richmond, BC. Apply today to join our team!

• Focus on the care of pediatric patients, recognizing that children have unique healthcare needs.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care.
• Participate in discharge planning, act as a client advocate, and teach clients/families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness.
• Enhance the quality of life of the client/family.
• Document care provided and respond to incidents in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care providers.
• Maintain and advance your own clinical competence.
• Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Completion of a post‑basic pediatrics program certificate.
• Two (2) years recent related experience in a pediatrics unit, supplemented by courses in breastfeeding or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to the designated client group.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement care plans.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem‑solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing).
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families.
• Demonstrated leadership through initiative and independence.
• Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment and effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental, and municipal pension plan.
• Growth opportunities with employer‑paid training and leadership development.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services for employees and their families.
• Award‑winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, welcoming everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Applications are encouraged from equity‑deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, and all gender identities and sexual orientations.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.