H Nurse 4A - Nurse

The Team:
The Burnaby Youth Custody Healthcare team is an established and highly specialized healthcare service dedicated to ensuring consistent, high-quality medical, mental health, and addictions care for youth in custody. As a unique practice environment, nurses have the opportunity to work independently as stand-alone practitioners while collaborating with physicians, correctional and probation officers, and youth forensic mental health and addictions professionals. The team consists of dedicated nursing staff providing day and night coverage, supported by a nursing supervisor and additional auxiliary nursing resources during peak periods. What truly sets this team apart is its shared commitment and passion for delivering exceptional healthcare and advocacy for young people, helping to improve their health and wellbeing both during and beyond their time in custody.

The Role:
This position offers a rare and rewarding opportunity to practice nursing in one of the most unique healthcare settings in British Columbia. Working as an autonomous stand-alone nurse, you will be responsible for maintaining the professional standards established by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives while delivering holistic, client-centered care and health teaching to youth in custody. The role has a direct and meaningful impact on improving health outcomes for vulnerable young people and supporting their long-term wellbeing. While the work can be challenging, it is also highly rewarding and provides the opportunity to make important clinical decisions and contribute to positive change in the lives of youth.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered or eligible for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
• Intermediate First Aid (must be completed upon appointment)

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Willingness Statement:

• May be required to work days/evenings/nights/weekdays/weekends as this is a 24-hour facility.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Winifred.J.Basso@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There are currently multiple positions available. Full time/Part time and various hours of work/shifts can be considered.  
This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.