Senior Director, Program Nurse Practitioner and Department Head - BC Cancer

Senior Director, Program Nurse Practitioner and Department Head

BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

The Senior Director, Program Nurse Practitioner and Department Head reports to the Executive Director, PHSA Nurse Practitioner and Department Head with matrix reporting to the applicable program Chief Operating Officer, and is responsible and accountable for the strategies and leadership of professional practice for Nurse Practitioners located within. The Senior Director Program Nurse Practitioner (NP) at BC Cancer/BCCH & BCWH works in collaboration with operations and key stakeholders across the organization and provides a NP professional practice lens to guide the development of professional standards of practice, scope, policies and procedures, and supports NP education, mentorship, quality improvement and research activities.

The Senior Director NP provides strong clinical leadership for the Program and may fulfill the role of the Department Head for the respective Department within the medical staff organization consistent with the role as described in the Medical Staff By-laws for Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). In addition, the Senior Director collaborates with other PHSA​​ programs and services/departments, operational and medical leaders and develops strategies that support human resource planning, models of care, and performance quality assurance activities that enhance patient safety, quality of care and services while supporting the goals and objectives of PHSA, its agencies and programs. Fulfills Nurse Practitioner clinical duties as per BCCNM responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of strategies and structures that promote effective implementation, and sustainment of the Nurse Practitioner role across the program.
• Work in collaboration with Operations to ensure integration of services.
• Develop and foster effective relationships with external agencies, and professional and licensing associations that positively influence professional practice.
• Collaborate, establish and maintain strong cooperative working partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders with regard to planning, resource allocation, priority determination, and strategic direction of the Department.

Qualifications

What you bring

A minimum current practicing registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in good standing with BCCNM. Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred, with a Nurse Practitioner qualification and a combination of leadership certification and/or education with a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in a health care leadership role in a complex organization. Eligibility for or appointment to Medical Staff.

What We Bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.

Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.

Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.

PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).

Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $124,561 - $179,056/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: 1333 West Broadway, Vancouver BC, V6H 1G9 Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0830 - 1630 Requisition # 159257E

What We Do

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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