mNPR Policy Officer

The BC Nurses' Union (BCNU) is a strong, dynamic voice for nurses and nursing in British Columbia, representing more than 50,000 members. BCNU provides collective agreement negotiation and support to its members, as well as professional and advocacy services in the field of research, clinical practice, leadership and education. As the voice of the nursing profession in the province, we advocate for nurses and patients to ensure safe, quality, public health care for all. 

Job Title:

Senior Ratio Officer 

Regular Full - Time

Reporting to:

Director, Ratios

Posting #:

USW-004-26

Bargaining Unit:   

USW 2009

Pay Grade:  

5 ($107,162.52 annually plus $8,420 salary differential per year)

Position Overview 

Under the direction of the Director of Ratios, the Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratio (mNPR) Policy Officer is responsible for researching and analyzing information, consulting with stakeholders and experts, and developing options and recommendations on minimum nurse-to-patient ratio policy initiatives.  The Officer analyzes the impacts of external developments on membership and identifies opportunities to advance BCNU's goals and objectives.  This position may involve representing BCNU on collaborative research projects, at policy forums and at meetings with government. The incumbent will develop and implement evaluation frameworks, including the creation, dissemination, and analysis of survey tools, focus groups, targeted interviews, and other methods.  The mNPR Policy Officer promotes BCNU priorities regarding mNPR implementation and mNPR policies, ensuring BCNU's Ratios team is recognized and respected.    

Key Responsibilities 

Works closely with BCNU Executives to develop and implement effective research and investigation to support BCNU's goals and objectives implementing and enforcing mNPR. 

• Is knowledgeable and current on and mNPR policy developments and identifies issues of interest or concern to BCNU members. 
• Monitors, captures, filters and organizes information and data into databases to ensure strategic and valuable information is available when needed.  Analyzes information and data and produces briefing papers and reports as needed. 
• Presents findings in various forums including Executive meetings, meetings with Council and/or government officials, Health Authority staff and other senior level meetings. 
• Responds to requests to create survey tools, evaluate initiatives, and analyze research proposals. 

Communicates both internally and to external organizations. 

• Writes and/or edits relevant committee/policy communication with members. 
• Develops policy papers as needed. 
• Contributes mNPR policy/research news to BCNU publications. 

Provides work direction to assigned support staff. 

• Provides work direction to assigned clerical and administrative staff.   
• Participates in the efficient and cooperative use of resources and personnel. 

Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

The successful applicant must have:  

1. College or University education in an approved Nursing, Social Science or Health Policy program, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.  Master's Degree preferred. 
2. Extensive and progressive experience years) in research and/or policy work. 
3. Extensive knowledge of researching and investigating techniques, methodology, strategies with demonstrated experience in a research capacity.  
4. Extensive knowledge of government policies and structure. 
5. Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a team environment, collaboratively as a team member. 
6. Good knowledge of trade union, nurse and health care workers employment issues and the general environmental conditions of nursing and health care providers.  A thorough understanding of and commitment to trade union philosophy. 
7. Exceptional interpersonal skills, including strong cultural fluency, emotional intelligence, and comfort/skill managing conflict and building relationships and dialogue across differences.  
8. Excellent verbal, and interpersonal skills, strong facilitation and presentation abilities, and skill in communicating across differences with respect and awareness.  
9. Strong writing skills, understanding of clear language, and experience producing written materials (policy papers, outreach materials, articles, proposals, etc.) 
10. A willingness to travel throughout the province and carry a valid driver's license. 

Why work at BCNU?

BCNU speaks up and speaks out for safe, quality, public health care. We pride ourselves in providing protection, representation, and services to all members and in supporting our employees. Our organizational values are rooted in respect, integrity, and collaboration, guiding us in building a workplace culture where everyone feels they can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize and prioritize cultural and psychological health and safety. As part of our dedication to equity and justice, we honour the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's calls to action and are actively engaged in advancing Indigenous-focused initiatives. 

We offer an inclusive workplace with a comprehensive range of benefits and resources to promote well-being, career growth and work-life balance. This includes but is not limited to: 

• Competitive compensation and extended health and dental benefits package
• Municipal Pension Plan
• 4 weeks vacation entitlement to start 
• Hybrid work environment 
• Education and professional development opportunities

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a passionate and committed team, we'd like to hear from you

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