Registered Nurse, Pediatrics

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: Focuses on the care of pediatric patients and recognizing that children have unique healthcare needs that require specialized knowledge and expertise. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care, participates in discharge planning, functions as a patient advocate and teaches patients/families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family by documenting care provid...