Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care - Post Anesthesia Care Unit

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.
Job Summary

Come work as a Registered Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Post Anesthetic Recovery team at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for registered nurses, Code of Ethics and the established mission, vision, values, objectives and policies of Vancouver Coastal Health, provides nursing care to high risk critically ill clients with unpredictable outcomes attached to life-support equipment, and/or clients in post-anaesthetic recovery, both by working independently and as a member of a interdisciplinary team. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care givers. Demonstrates expertise and leadership in nursing practice. Maintains and advances clinical competence. Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Completion of a recognized critical care nursing program or two years' recent, related critical care experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centred model of care.

Broad knowledge BCCNM standards for nursing practice.

Thorough knowledge of the indications, actions, reactions, routes, dosages, and side effects of anaesthetic and other drugs used in critical care environment.

Thorough knowledge of nursing problems commonly encountered in a critical care environment.

Thorough knowledge of the physiological and behavioural aspects of complex critical illnesses.

Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.

Demonstrated ability in nursing practice to assess and manage critical and life-threatening situations.

Demonstrated ability to respond immediately and appropriately to sudden emergencies.

Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.

Demonstrated ability to plan and implement plans of care.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Demonstrated ability to communicate with, and deal effectively with, clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, and other health care staff.

Demonstrated ability to communicate in writing accurately, concisely, and clearly.

Demonstrated ability to teach clients and their families.

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction.

Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.

Skill in techniques appropriate to a critical care environment.

Skill in the use of critical care monitoring and support equipment.

Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized patient care information system.

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 Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.