Clinic Nurse/Registered Nurse (RN), CARE Program - BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre

BC Womens Hospital and Health Centre; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a compassionate Clinic Nurse for the CARE Program, dedicated to reproductive rights and patient-centered care. In this vital role, you will support patients through education and care related to pregnancy termination and conscious sedation, ensuring a respectful and empowering environment. Join a collaborative team focused on improving women's health and making a meaningful impact in the community. This position offers flexibility and opportunities for professional development, making it an excellent choice for those passionate about women's health.

Benefits

Professional Training

Flexible Work Options

Discounts on Services and Products

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current RN registration.
• At least two years of recent clinical nursing experience in maternity or gynecology.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care through education and support related to procedures.
• Educate patients prior to procedures and provide care during and after.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Effective Communication

Conscious Sedation

Indigenous Cultural Safety

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse Certification

Conscious Sedation Training

Clinical Nursing Experience

Job description

Clinic Nurse, CARE Program

BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

Are you a Registered Nurse passionate about reproductive rights and patient-centred care? Do you want to provide inclusive, pro-choice, and non-judgmental care to patients and their families? Join our dedicated team at the CARE Program at BC Women's Hospital, where you'll play a vital role in supporting patients in a respectful and empowering environment.

The Clinic Nurse provides nursing care to patients within the CARE Program. As part of the role, the RN works as a member of the CARE Program's multi-disciplinary team and provides outpatient nursing activities such as patient assessment, patient teaching, clinic procedures, and health promotion activities consistent with established clinic policies. This role also participates with other members of the team in program development by providing feedback as required.

What you'll do

1. Provide patient care through education and support related to procedures and treatments, working collaboratively with medical staff and the healthcare team to ensure effective, evidence-based, high-quality, patient-centred care.
2. Support and care for patients including preparation for pregnancy termination, administration of conscious sedation, and managing recovery post-procedure.
3. Educate patients prior to procedures and provide care during and after procedures, maintaining standards of care during conscious sedation.
4. Streamline procedure appointments and surgical scheduling to ensure safe and efficient patient care, reviewing patient history and noting allergies, risk factors, and medications.
5. Maintain related records, including patient records, data sheets, and procedural forms.
6. Participate in program and policy development by providing feedback on nursing policies and leading daily workflow sessions as needed.
7. Contribute to policy and operational requirements by observing service needs and offering suggestions to improve patient and family care and resource use.
8. Participate in emergency preparedness activities, including checking crash carts, mock codes, and responding to emergencies.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• At least two years of recent clinical nursing experience in maternity or gynecology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Completion of a recognized conscious sedation training course or previous experience providing conscious sedation.

You will also have:

• Experience in women-centered care.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in CPR techniques.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical capacity to perform job duties.
• Awareness of and commitment to learning about the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, In Plain Sight Report, BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, and related reports.
• Commitment to reconciliation efforts in Canada as per TRC and BC's Indigenous Rights Declaration.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political, and historical issues affecting Indigenous communities, and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism initiatives (e.g., BC DRIPA, TRC).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee contributes to providing the best possible patient care. We support your health and development through various programs, including professional training and flexible work options. We also offer discounts on numerous services and products through WorkPerks.

Job Type: Casual

Wage: $41.42 to $59.52 per hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; rotating 0730-1530, 0800-1600, 0830-1630

Requisition #: CAS-CAREFeb

What we do

BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns, and families through comprehensive services, research, and education. BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), which manages specialized health services across BC, emphasizing respect, compassion, innovation, partnership, and purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs at jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services.

PHSA and BCW are committed to employment equity and value diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation efforts with Indigenous Peoples, supporting ongoing commitments to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission and related initiatives.