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Registered Nurse, Palliative Care


Company : Providence Health Care


Location : vancouver, metro vancouver regional distr


Created : 2026-05-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr. As a Staff Nurse, you''ll be at the forefront of patient care, working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to ensure patients/residents receive comprehensive support. Responsibilities Assess patients'' physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs. Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans. Incorporate teaching into care plans to educate patients and families. Make referrals to resources as needed. Support fellow healthcare professionals. Operate within the framework of Providence Health Care''s mission, vision, and values. Education Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. Skills and Abilities Demonstrated competence in performing CPR procedures. Experience in teamwork, decision-making and conflict resolution Demonstrated a teaching aptitude Proficient in clinical leadership. A strong desire to expand your professional skills and a commitment to lifelong learning in the nursing field. A competitive salary The salary range for this position is $41.42-$55.91 per hour, depending on experience. Growth opportunities We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. State-of-the-art facilities The new St. Pauls Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Pauls Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Pauls Hospital is expected to open in 2027. Inclusive culture We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents. A comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance as well as pension. Locations St. Pauls Hospital (10D) *Acute Palliative care focuses more on acute pain and symptom management needs. Many patients may go home after their time in palliative care or transfer to hospice or long-term care. Mays Place (6 beds) *Sub-Acute Downtown Eastside, where people have problems with mental health and substance abuse. St. Johns Hospice (14 beds) *Sub-Acute Hospice care is intended for those who are going through their last days of life and are receiving care for end of life. The first community hospice on Vancouver''s West Side and is situated in a beautiful location on the University of British Columbia''s campus. Your Day to Day Conduct thorough patient/resident assessments through chart reviews, observations, interviews, and collaboration with peers Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans based on evidence-based practices, prioritizing patient/resident needs. Adhere to established policies, procedures, and PHC standards while providing high-quality nursing care Monitor patient/resident progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust care plans as needed for optimal results Maintain accurate records of assessments, care plans, patient/resident status, and discharge plans using manual and computerized systems Identify and address patient/resident and family learning needs, providing education and referrals as necessary Provide direction to staff, promote teamwork, and share clinical knowledge to enhance patient care Support nursing research initiatives and contribute to the improvement of patient/resident care policies and procedures Advocate for patients/residents'' rights and dignity, facilitate discharge plans, and collaborate with families and community resources Perform additional duties as assigned to support the healthcare team Who We Are Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day. From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organizations long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and highquality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to personcentred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, valuesdriven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patientcentred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities. We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Pauls Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xmkwym (Musqueam), Skwxw7mesh (Squamish), and Sllwta/ Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. #J-18808-Ljbffr