Unit Supervisor, Hospice​/Palliative Care

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $52.39/Hr.

- CAD $66.65/Hr.

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes.

Testing may be required.

A criminal record check may be required.

Reporting to the Operations Leader, the Unit Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for the daily operations of the unit, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care and efficient service delivery. This role supervises and supports staff through scheduling, performance management, coaching, and professional development, while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. The Unit Supervisor coordinates multidisciplinary care, oversees program planning and quality improvement initiatives, implements clinical policies and standards, and manages unit resources and budgets.

The role also provides clinical leadership through patient assessments, treatment planning, case conferences, and ongoing support to the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, effective care.

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to person-centred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety.

Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities.

Education:

• Registered Nurse with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. Baccalaureate in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing is required plus qualifications required of staff nurse in the clinical area. Five (5) years recent, related experience in clinical specialty including two (2) years recent experience in supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and scope of nursing practice and relevant rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
• Demonstrated leadership skill and ability to organize, oversee and evaluate function of a team.
• Ability to use evidence-based practice to develop and implement standards of practice that guide work practices and quality and safety improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, coaching, facilitation and team building skills. Demonstrated fiscal planning and administration skills.
• Ability to develop, prioritize and accomplish objectives.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events and make decisions.
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies and take corrective action.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computers.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

• A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is $52.39 - $66.65 per hour, depending on experience.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching.
  
  The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture:
  We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

Your Day to Day:

• Lead daily unit…