Registered Nurse, Medicine Units 7ABCD, 9CD, 8A

Overview

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr. Providence Health Care is continuously recruiting passionate nurses, new graduates, experienced nurses, and internationally educated nurses who are committed to delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve. This is an exciting time to join our team as we prepare for the opening of the new St. Paul’s Hospital in 2027, a state-of-the-art facility designed to advance innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care. Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Join St. Paul’s Hospital Medicine Department!

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the Nurse

Responsibilities

• assesses, identifies, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care required to assist patients in meeting their physical, social, spiritual and psychological needs using an established framework for nursing practice
• develops, implements, evaluates and revises the plan of care
• incorporates individual and/or group teaching into the care plan and nursing interventions and/or makes referrals to other identified resources
• supports other nurses and health care professionals by collegially sharing information and demonstrating procedures
• The Nurse works within an interdisciplinary clinical framework in accordance with the BCCNM Standards and consistent with the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Providence Health Care.

Education and Licensure

• Registration with the BC College of Nurses & Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
• Ability to work as a member in an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs.
• Ability to lead patient/family group sessions.
• Ability to provide clinical direction.
• A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $55.91 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. 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.
• A comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance as well as pension.

Your Day-to-Day

• Conduct thorough patient/resident assessments through chart reviews, observations, interviews, and collaboration with peers.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans based on evidence-based practices, prioritizing patient/resident needs.
• Adhere to established policies, procedures, and PHC standards while providing high-quality nursing care.
• Monitor patient/resident progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust care plans as needed for optimal results.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, care plans, patient/resident status, and discharge plans using manual and computerized systems.
• Identify and address patient/resident and family learning needs, providing education and referrals as necessary.
• Provide direction to staff, promote teamwork, and share clinical knowledge to enhance patient care.
• Support nursing research initiatives and contribute to the improvement of patient/resident care policies and procedures.
• Advocate for patients/residents' rights and dignity, facilitate discharge plans, and collaborate with families and community resources.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the healthcare team.

Why Choose St. Paul’s Medicine Department?

• Our program offers a dynamic work environment that supports the learning needs of new graduates and challenge for more experienced nurses.
• For many nurses, the attraction to our program comes from the supportive and collaborative team culture, as well as the diverse diagnoses seen.
• Our patient population includes adults and older adults with chronic and acute ailments such as Upper and Lower GI Bleeds, Cerebrovascular Accidents, Coronary Artery Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health Illnesses, HIV/HCV, geriatric syndromes such as Major Neurocognitive Disorders and Parkinson Disease, as well advanced stages of chronic diseases in the liver, kidney, cardiac, or musculoskeletal issues.
• Our team includes clinical mentors, nurse educators, and nurse leaders ready to support you during and after your orientation. Our onboarding program includes a thorough training and buddy shifts.
• We offer an 18-month New Graduate Nurse Program that helps support new grads transition from their school into their first year of nursing.
• We offer growth opportunities nurses wanting to specialize have access to employer-paid courses through BCIT. Specialties include Emergency, Critical Care, PACU, OR, Maternity, Hemodialysis, and GI/Endoscopy.
• St. Paul’s Hospital has the most comprehensive cardiac program in British Columbia. It is also home to the largest kidney treatment, research, and education program in BC.

Who We Are

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organization’s long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

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