Company Description North Okanagan Hospice Society (NOHS) is a charitable organization dedicated to supporting individuals with a palliative diagnosis, their families, caregivers, and the bereaved throughout the North Okanagan. The Society operates Hospice House, a 12-bed palliative care facility in Vernon, providing end-of-life care, short-term respite care, and holistic support services. Trained volunteers work alongside healthcare professionals to offer compassionate, person-centered care to residents. NOHS also provides grief and bereavement services, education, and community outreach to inform and support people dealing with life-limiting illness and loss. Established in 1984, NOHS is recognized as a leader in comprehensive hospice palliative care programs and services.
Role Description The Registered Nurse is a regular, part-time, 0.8 FTE, on-site role based at Hospice House in Vernon, BC. Salary Range: $43.94-$57.60, Shift Premiums: $1.30/hr evening shifts; $4.50/hr night shifts; $3.50/hr per weekend shifts, $2.50/hr responsibility pay. Eligible for RRSP matching and Medical & Dental Benefits.
This role provides direct palliative nursing care, including assessments, care planning, symptom management, medication administration, and ongoing monitoring of residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. The Registered Nurse collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, supports families and caregivers, and contributes to a calm, respectful environment that honors each resident’s preferences and dignity. Daily responsibilities include documentation, communication with physicians and community care partners, and participation in care conferences. The nurse may also help orient volunteers, support quality improvement initiatives, and promote best practices in hospice palliative care.
Qualifications
- Current registration and good standing as a Registered Nurse with the appropriate provincial regulatory body (e.g., BCCNM).
- Demonstrated experience in palliative, hospice, or oncology nursing, with strong skills in pain and symptom management.
- Proficiency in comprehensive nursing assessment, care planning, and evidence-informed clinical decision-making.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support residents, families, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Ability to provide trauma-informed, culturally safe, and inclusive care to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Competence in documentation and use of electronic health records or clinical information systems.
- Skill in supporting grief, loss, and end-of-life conversations with empathy, clarity, and respect for individual values.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment, manage multiple priorities, and respond calmly in urgent situations.
- Commitment to professional development and adherence to hospice palliative care best practices and ethical standards.
- CPR/BLS certification and other relevant clinical certifications are considered assets.
