Foundry Registered Nurse

Location: Squamish

Position posted on: June 24, 2026

Hours of Work: Shifts are between Mon-Fri, 9-5

Start date: As soon as possible

Nature of position: Casual

End date: March 31, 2027

Compensation: $44.75

ABOUT SSCS

Founded in 1978, Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) is a leading social service provider

in BC’s Sea to Sky Corridor. We operate within a large geographical area - from Mount

Currie to Britannia Beach. We offer 41 programs and services that support and enhance the

lives of residents through all ages and stages of life. We help create healthy, connected

and diverse communities where everyone can grow, develop and lead meaningful lives.

SSCS is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to complying with all applicable

laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, sex, creed, religion, marital status, age,

national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual

orientation, political belief, status as a veteran, or any other consideration made unlawful by

provincial, federal, or local laws.

Contribution

As a Primary Care Registered Nurse with a passion for youth health, you will join an

interdisciplinary team to deliver client-centered medical care to youth ages 12-24. Foundry

Primary Care professionals see youth for longitudinal, episodic, or focused care. These care

areas include but are not limited to sexual and reproductive health (STI, contraception

management, and access to termination services), gender affirming, substance use, mental

health, physical assessment and screening of general health conditions.

Qualifications

1. Degree in Nursing

2. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia

College of Nurses and Midwives

3. One (1) year recent related experience.

4. Current CPR or BLS Certificate

5. One of more of the following certifications, or a willingness to obtain one or more of

a. British Columbia Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Immunization Certification

b. BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNW) Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)

Management Certification

c. Contraception Management (CM) Certification

6. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Job skills and abilities

1. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

2. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

(CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.

3. Ability to work as a member in an interdisciplinary team.

4. Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.

5. Ability to deal with others effectively.

6. Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.

7. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

8. Ability to prioritize and organize work.

9. Ability to operate related equipment.

10. Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs.

11. Ability to lead patient/family group sessions.

12. Ability to provide clinical direction.

Responsibilities

1. Reviews patient status through methods such as reviewing the patient chart and

other written information, patient observation, interviewing patient and family

members, completion of questionnaires, collateral information and consultation with

peers and other members of the health care team.

2. Discusses, plans and evaluates nursing care and therapies of clients using clinical

judgement and evidence-based practice and working together with physicians,

clinicians, social workers, peer support workers, and other professionals at the

Foundry Centre and in the community.

3. Encourages patients to participate in rehabilitation, work functions, recreational

community and other activities to build self-confidence and to develop life skills and

relationships with others. Evaluates clients adjustments to the community and

general progress. Prepares reports and/or discusses client progress with other

professionals.

4. Performs nursing care to clients such as administering prescribed medications and

treatments and observing, recording and reporting symptoms and changes in

patient conditions. Consults with professional practice or Primary Care leadership on

scope of practice or limitations.

5. Provides counselling, guidance and support to clients and their families and/or

caregivers in health care and treatment including details in home care.

6. Carries out established procedures to prepare essential facilities, equipment and

supplies. May assist physicians in examinations, treatments minor surgery and care

delivery.

7. Provides or assists with emergencies consistent with legislative parameters and

approved organization policy. May perform record keeping and other clerical duties

as required.

8. Trains support staff to carry out individual health care procedures in accordance

with relevant regulations and established internal procedures.

9. May provide in-home health education and registered nursing care

10. Documents information including assessments, plan of care, patient status and

progress and discharge plans in a manual and/or computerized environment and

utilizes all required records management systems for Foundry Sea to Sky.

11. Participates in planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care policies,

procedures, education materials, and best practices through methods such as

taking part in program and quality improvement activities including clinical pathway

development, research and education and other committees.

12. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

1. Criminal Record Review.

2. Signed confidentiality form.

3. Approved reference check.

Benefits and Perks

Healthcare: We offer an extended health program for employees who work 20 hrs/wk or

more. The program through Group Health covers MSP premiums, dental, vision, prescription

medication, select alternative therapies, life insurance, and long-term disability. We also

have an Employee and Family Assistance program. The premiums of the plan are 100% paid

by the employer.

Vacation & Leave: Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked in the first

and second year of employment. After the first two years of employment, they earn one

additional day of vacation per year of service, to a maximum of 35 workdays.

Retirement Pension: When eligible, an employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension

Plan with a matching contribution by SSCS.

Other Perks: Casual dress, employee events, on-site parking, paid sick days, and more.

Compensation: As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is $44.75 per hour.

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