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.

The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20/Hr. - CAD $63.47/Hr.

Come work as a Registered Nurse/Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) - Adult Protection Lead with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Lily Lee Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team!

 

Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, this position is responsible for delivering nurse training/education to staff including course content, organization and modifying programs. Supports interdisciplinary staff and leadership across the designated Community of Care (CoC) as the Adult Protection Lead by developing programs, policies, standards including accountability for achieving program outcomes.

Provides formal consultation, education, mentorship, complex care planning and clinical guidance based on specialized theory and practice within the context of a patient/client and family-centered care model to ensure practice and organizational compliance with the statutory obligations and regulations of the Adult Guardianship Act (AGA). Identifies staff educational needs, the development and provision of educational content, facilitates course content, evaluates learning outcomes of formal education programs and staffing learning outcomes including accountable for the assessment and effectiveness of staff education programs.

Develops decision support tools and policies and recommends changes to practice to improve by analyzing current literature and national trends. Provides consultation, mentorship, education and support to staff about all aspects of abuse by intervening in direct patient/client care provided by other staff, whether it be Adult Guardianship, Adult Protection and/or Domestic Violence as applicable to the designated portfolio and applies knowledge of resources and intervention strategies to assist those impacted by adult abuse, neglect and self-neglect.

This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Planetary Health.

 

About the ReAct Adult Protection Program: 

This program receives reports, provides consultation and coordinates responses to abused, neglected and self-neglected vulnerable adults who cannot seek support and assistance on their own. Referrals to this program will be responded to in accordance with the Adult Guardianship Act and Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act.

 

 

 

Education & Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Post graduate continuing education training in working with vulnerable/incapable adults (i.e. Full completion of the ReAct Adult Protection Curriculum (Modules 1 – 9)).
• Five (5) years’ recent, related experience in working with issues of adult abuse and neglect and self-neglect with vulnerable adults within a complex mental health and older adult populations and understanding of the patient and family dynamics of Abuse and Neglect.
• A Qualified Health Care Provider (as defined by AGA 2.1) and has experience conducting assessments of incapability under Statutory Property Guardianship (AGA 2.1) and Health Care Consent and Care Facility Admissions Part 3 or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for business-related purposes, as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the Adult Guardianship Act including Statutory Property Guardianship Regulation, the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent and Care Facility Admissions Act, Representation Agreement Act, Patients Property Act, Power of Attorney Act and other legislation,
• VCH policies, government policies/procedures, medical and public health issues and domestic violence.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex psychosocial assessments including those related to investigations of alleged abuse, neglect and self neglect.
• Comprehensive knowledge of ethical decision-making and its application as well as a comprehensive understanding of tolerable verses intolerable risk including knowledge with respect to safety issues and confidentiality.
• Comprehensive knowledge of trauma informed care.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a culturally safe manner with patients, clients, caregivers, staff and community partners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous Cultural Safety and the ability to provide culturally safe care to Indigenous people, families and community.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of geriatrics, domestic violence, complex family and cultural dynamics, developmental stages in the individual and family life cycle and psychosocial issues that may arise in response to changing health and dependency needs.
• Knowledge of adult education principles and ability to effectively teach and facilitate groups.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of abuse, dementia and mental illness and ability to assess for capacity.
• Ability to make sensitive and insightful observations of individuals and to determine a course of intervention.
• Ability to develop and implement Support and Assistance Plans and other Emergency Provision under AGA and coordinate a multisystem support network in accordance with VCH Guideline: Responding to Abuse, Neglect or Self-Neglect of Vulnerable Adults for DR and DRCs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of community resources in adult abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and domestic violence.
• Ability to effectively access the health care system and community resources on behalf of patients, and families.
• Strong clinical expertise and sound judgment in working with individuals, families and systems including the alleged/suspected abuser.
• Ability to work effectively with others and independently including an understanding the roles of other disciplines, as part of an interdisciplinary team in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a complex work environment.
• Ability to recognize and deal with emergent situations and exercise reasonable judgment when dealing with patients, clients, families and staff.
• Broad knowledge of research methodology.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

 

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):

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.


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