Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency - Training Opportunity

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.

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITY

Please note that a resume and cover letter is required to apply for this specialty training opportunity.

Eligibility for the post-basic training education is prioritized to applicants with approximately one year recent acute medical/surgical experience.

BCIT Emergency Nursing Specialty Program

BCIT On Site Orientation Day: Aug. 13, 2026

BCIT Workshop Days (Paid): Aug. 17, 18, 20, 21, 2026

Exam Days (Paid): Aug. 27 & Nov. 17, 2026
Online Prerequisites: Aug.17 - Nov. 27, 2026
Full-time training at BCIT & practicum locations: Jan. 4, 2027 - Mar. 30, 2027

*course dates will be modified based on previous courses completed. VCH only funds for required courses.

Applicants must successfully complete the post-basic training education prior to working in the Department.

Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a regular status nurse in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training.

This will ensure that candidates are able to consolidate and apply skills in the specialty area that VCH has supported and funded candidates to complete. In the event that a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they were hired or VCH in under 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program.

Job Summary

Come work as a Registered Nurse in Emergency at Lions Gate Hospital!

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for Registered Nurses to join the Emergency Department in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

About the North Shore, BC

Just 15-minutes north of downtown Vancouver, where forested mountains meet the sheltered Pacific Ocean, the North Shore (North and West Vancouver) offer an inspiring blend of outdoor activities and cultural amenities. Known for hiking, mountain biking, skiing and snowboarding, the North Shore offers countless opportunities for adventure. Lions Gate Hospital is located near the Seabus ferry terminal, Lonsdale Quay Market, and the Shipyards Night Market. This area is a host to urban comforts and vibrant cultural experiences.

As a Registered Nurse in Emergency you will:

• Provide 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.
• Assess patient needs and prioritizes care requirements often with limited information.
• Stabilize and resuscitates multi-trauma victims, prepares for and responds to disaster situations.
• Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family.
• Consult, confer, and collaborate with other healthcare givers.
• Demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice.
• Maintain and advances clinical competence.
• Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

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
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. 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 BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.