Registered Nurse; RN - Emergency

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.

Guided by our values:
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.

Practices within the context of a patient and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for registered nurses and code of ethics and the vision and values of the organization. Provides emergency nursing to patients of all ages presenting with a wide variety of symptoms within an uncontrolled environment and to unique patient populations such as victims of sexual assault.

As a triage nurse, assesses patient needs and prioritizes care requirements often with limited information. As member of emergency response team, stabilizes and resuscitates multi-trauma victims, prepares for and responds to disaster situations. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other healthcare givers. Demonstrates expertise and leadership in nursing practice. Maintains and advances clinical competence.

Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

About the Richmond Hospital Emergency Department

Our ED sees over 70,000 patients a year, servicing Richmond and the lower half of Vancouver. With 125 patient care spaces, the ED is divided into triage, acute care, DTU, pediatrics, and lower-acuity zones.

Richmond Hospital ED offers a unique practice, from birth to end of life services, walk-in traumas, stabilization and transfers, and much more.

Teamwork and support are at the forefront of the Richmond Hospital ED. We foster an environment where we are always learning, giving each other feedback, growing our practice through mentorship, and having open communication with all interdisciplinary team members. The leadership team is very present and available 24/7, with a Clinical Resource Nurse and Head Nurse on shift every day of the week.

Education & Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Completion of a recognized advanced program in emergency care nursing or two (2) years’ recent, related experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a patient/family centered model of care.
• Broad knowledge of BCCNM's standards for nursing practice.
• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated patient group.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement plans of care in relation to patient/family priorities.
• Demonstrated ability in interviewing and assessment skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability in the management of trauma in an emergency setting.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and deal effectively with patients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach patients and their families based on their priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of medical equipment and supplies appropriate to the clinical area.
• Demonstrated skill in techniques…