Registered Nurse (RN) - Perinatal - Training Opportunity
About The Position
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a Perinatal training opportunity at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. This role is part of a provincial initiative to implement minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), aimed at enhancing nursing practice and quality of care. VCH values include 'We Care for Everyone,' 'We Are Always Learning,' and 'We Strive for Better Results,' fostering environments where nurses can grow. The position involves providing optimal perinatal care (Antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum) to women, babies, and their families within a client and family-centred care model, adhering to the standards of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and organizational policies. This is a specialty training opportunity with specific program dates and a commitment to remain with VCH for at least 18 months post-training.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Approximately one year of recent acute medical/surgical experience is prioritized for eligibility for the post-basic training education.
- 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.
- Must report past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections as part of the onboarding process.
Nice To Haves
- Previous courses completed may modify program dates.
Responsibilities
- Provide optimal perinatal care (Antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum) to women and babies and their families.
- Utilize appropriate clinical judgment in collaboration with the health care team.
- Perform assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of care for assigned patients in the perinatal service.
- Adhere to standards of professional nursing and patient care practice in accordance with Health Authority policies and procedures.
- Successfully complete the post-basic training education prior to working in the Department.
- Agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a regular status nurse in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services
- Award-winning recognition programs
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
