Registered Nurse (RN) - Perinatal - Training Opportunity

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. Salary Details The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr. TRAINING OPPORTUNITY Please note that a resume and cover letter is required to apply for this specialty training opportunity. Eligibility for the post-basic training education is prioritized to applicants with approximately a year of recent acute medical/surgical experience upon perinatal program full-time start date. BCIT Perinatal Nursing Specialty Program Online Theory (if required): Jan. 4, 2027 - Mar. 26, 2027Full-time training at BCIT & practicum locations: Apr. 5, 2027 - Jun. 25, 2027 *course dates will be modified based on previous courses completed. VCH only funds for required courses. Applicants must successfully complete the post-basic training education prior to working in the Department. Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a regular status nurse in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training. This will ensure that candidates are able to consolidate and apply skills in the specialty area that VCH has supported and funded candidates to complete. In the event that a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they were hired or VCH in under 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program. Job Summary Come work as a Registered Nurse in Perinatal Care with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team! Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of professional practice and Code of Ethics for registered nurses, and the established vision and values of the organization, works in collaboration with other members of the health care team, to use appropriate clinical judgment to provide optimal perinatal care (Antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum) to women and babies and their families. This includes assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and appropriate documentation of care for assigned patients in the perinatal service. Is knowledgeable of and adheres to standards of professional nursing and patient care practice in accordance with Health Authority policies and procedures. Closing Statement The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Provide optimal perinatal care including antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum services to women and their families. Collaborate with the healthcare team to perform patient assessments, care planning, implementation, and documentation in accordance with professional standards.

Applicants must be registered nurses and are required to complete a post-basic perinatal nursing specialty program. Preference is given to candidates with approximately one year of recent acute medical or surgical experience.

• Health benefits package • Extended health and dental • Municipal pension plan • Employer-paid training • Leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports • Counselling services • Recognition programs • Staff discount offers

• Clinical carePreferred

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• Perinatal care
• Antepartum care
• Intrapartum care
• Postpartum care
• Clinical judgment
• Patient assessment
• Care planning
• Documentation
• Nursing practice
• Patient care
• Collaboration
• Health authority policy adherence
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Perinatal Care
• Planning
• Research
• Teaching
• Closing Argument
• Communicable Diseases
• Disabilities
• Health Policies
• Innovation
• Intrapartum
• Leadership Development
• Medical Surgical Nursing
• Midwifery
• Publicly Funded Health Care
• Nursing Practices
• Postpartum Care
• Practicum
• Teamwork

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Perinatal Registered Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 14, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week