Primary Care Nurse

Job description

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. Description: JOB SUMMARY: Within a team based model of care, the Primary Care Registered Nurse triages, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients and families who require high priority care within 24 hours. The Nurse develops and maintains partnerships with primary care providers in accordance with the local Community of Care (COC) service delivery model and primary care network. The Nurse uses approved triage standards in applying critical thinking skills wi...