Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation – BC Children’s Hospital

Job title:

Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation – BC Children’s Hospital

Company

Provincial Health Services Authority

Job description

Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation UnitBC Children’s HospitalVancouver, BC****Join Our Team: Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit!****Are you a passionate Nurse Practitioner looking to make a real difference in the lives of children? We have an exciting opportunity for you!Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Work closely with pediatric patients on their journey to recovery, helping them regain their strength and independence.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team that values your expertise and input.
• Innovative Care: Engage in cutting-edge rehabilitation practices and contribute to developing individualized care plans.
• Professional Growth: Access ongoing training and mentorship, ensuring you thrive in your career while making a difference!

What We’re Looking For:

• Compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioners with a passion for pediatric care.
• Strong team players who thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive healing atmosphere.

Ready to Take the Next Step? If you’re excited about joining a supportive and dedicated team in a vibrant pediatric setting, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of something truly special!What you’ll do

• Diagnose and treat previously undiagnosed clients for undifferentiated diseases, illnesses and conditions within the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice; order appropriate screening diagnostic investigations; interpret reports of investigations and analyze information to monitor progress and plan treatment. As part of the multidisciplinary team, develop and implement treatment plans. Write orders for treatment and medications; make patient rounds as appropriate and monitor ongoing care; provide first line care in emergencies.
• Establish priorities for management of health conditions; provide follow-up treatment; communicate with clients and families about health findings, diagnoses and prognoses; support and counsel clients in their personal responses to diseases, disorders and conditions.
• Collaborate and/or consults with physicians or other health care and social service providers as appropriate to assess and diagnose client status. Accept referrals from, or make referrals to, physicians and other health professionals.
• Prescribe drugs within the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions for Nurse Practitioners and within applicable employer policies and procedures. Apply knowledge of pharmacology and evidence based practice in selecting, prescribing, administering and monitoring the effects of drugs to treat diseases disorders, conditions or injuries.
• Participate in research contributing to improved patient care and advances in nursing, health policy development and population health. Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data from a variety of sources about determinants of health; maintain population health focus by participating in and implementing evidence based screening and health promotion for populations at risk and implements population based harm reduction strategies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary staff, including NP & nursing, education and professional development through case presentations, mentoring, role modeling and facilitating the exchange of knowledge in the classroom, the clinical setting and the community; foster effective health care partnerships.
• Develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures related to nursing and interdisciplinary practice, and identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient care.
• Assign work to other nursing and health care personnel; hire staff, provide supervision and evaluate staff performance if required.
• Perform other duties as required.

What you bringQualifications

• Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Must be eligible to complete the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) through the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP). Minimum of (4) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to perform the full scope of Nurse Practitioner duties and responsibilities.
• Able to define and articulate the specific areas of practice and client population for whom the NP is competent to provide health care services.
• Able to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self care and prognosis.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with nurses and other health professionals and disciplines using a variety of communication strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to lead a team and work within a team.
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge, teach coach and mentor others; ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
• Able to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence based research into practice areas.
• Skill in assessing and recognizing population health trends; able to plan and implement strategies for population based prevention and health promotion.
• Able to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver as required.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bringEvery PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Relocation Assistance may be availableInterested in learning more:Please contact Heather Finn [email protected]Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $145,739 – $160,313/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1600
Requisition # 173202EWhat we do(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.Learn more about PHSA and our programs:PHSA and BCCH is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.ATTN: PHSA Employees:To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile atPlease note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of October 3rd, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264. Please note regular business hours are Monday – Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.
Labor Agreement Excluded
Requisition # 173202/07E-2423966
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $145,739.00 – $160,313.00 / Year
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work 0800-1600
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 24-Dec-2024

Expected salary

$145739 – 160313 per year

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:01:41 GMT

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