Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic Clinic - BC Children’s Hospital

Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic Clinic
BC Children’s Hospital
Temporary, Full-Time
Vancouver, BC

New Grads are welcome to apply!

Join Our Pediatric Orthopedic Dream Team!

Are you a passionate Nurse Practitioner looking to make a real difference? Step into a fast-paced, dynamic Pediatric Orthopedic Program where your skills will shine, and your impact will be felt!

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Specialize in Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip, Orthopaedic Oncology, Limb Reconstruction, Orthopaedic Trauma, and more!
• Be at the forefront of innovative care for children and adolescents.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled, supportive and diverse multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package.
• Possible Relocation allowance
• Opportunities for professional growth & continuing education.
• A state-of-the-art facility designed to provide world-class orthopedic care.
• A fulfilling role in a program that transforms lives and restores mobility.

Requirements:

• Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Minimum of (4) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now to become a key player in our cutting-edge Pediatric Orthopedic Program!

What you’ll do

• Diagnoses and treats previously undiagnosed clients for undifferentiated diseases, illnesses and conditions within the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice; orders appropriate screening diagnostic investigations; interprets reports of investigations and analyzes information to monitor progress and plan treatment.
• As part of the multidisciplinary team, develops and implements treatment plans. Writes orders for treatment and medications; makes patient rounds as appropriate and monitors ongoing care; provides first line care in emergencies.
• Establishes priorities for management of health conditions; provides follow-up treatment; communicates with clients and families about health findings, diagnoses and prognoses; supports and counsels clients in their personal responses to diseases, disorders and conditions.
• Collaborates and/or consults with physicians or other health care and social service providers as appropriate to assess and diagnose client status. Accepts referrals from, or makes referrals to, physicians and other health professionals.
• Prescribes drugs within the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions for Nurse Practitioners and within applicable employer policies and procedures. Applies knowledge of pharmacology and evidence based practice in selecting, prescribing, administering and monitoring the effects of drugs to treat diseases disorders, conditions or injuries.
• Participates in research contributing to improved patient care and advances in nursing, health policy development and population health. Synthesizes qualitative and quantitative data from a variety of sources about determinants of health; maintains population health focus by participating in and implementing evidence based screening and health promotion for populations at risk and implements population based harm reduction strategies.
• Participates in interdisciplinary staff, including NP & nursing, education and professional development through case presentations, mentoring, role modeling and facilitating the exchange of knowledge in the classroom, the clinical setting and the community; fosters effective health care partnerships.
• Develops, implements and evaluates policies and procedures related to nursing and interdisciplinary practice, and identifies and responds appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient care.
• Assigns work to other nursing and health care personnel; hires staff, provides supervision and evaluates staff performance if required.
• Performs other duties as required.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
• Minimum of (4) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to perform the full scope of Nurse Practitioner duties and responsibilities.
• Able to define and articulate the specific areas of practice and client population for whom the NP is competent to provide health care services.
• Able to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self care and prognosis.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with nurses and other health professionals and disciplines using a variety of communication strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to lead a team and work within a team.
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge, teach coach and mentor others; ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
• Able to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence based research into practice areas.
• Skill in assessing and recognizing population health trends; able to plan and implement strategies for population based prevention and health promotion.
• Able to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver as required.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

For more information regarding this opportunity please contact:

Heather Finn at .

Relocation allowance may be available!

Salary: $145,739 - $160,313/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: 4500 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3N1

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: 0800 – 1600

What we do

(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.