WHO WE ARE

The British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (“BCCNM”) is the college empowered under the Health Professions Act to regulate the practice of all licensed practical nurses, nurse practitioners, registered midwives, registered nurses, and registered psychiatric nurses in British Columbia. Regulation helps to protect the public by ensuring that professional care or service received by the public is competent, ethical, and meets the standards that society views as acceptable.
As western Canada’s largest health profession regulator, we believe a diverse and inclusive team enriches our efforts to protect the public. We welcome applications from all who reflect of the communities we serve and especially encourage Indigenous Peoples and members of equity-seeking groups to apply. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences bring both innovation and better outcomes to the work we do and the decisions we make.

YOUR EDUCATION & SKILLS

• Master’s degree in a health-related field, preferably in nursing or midwifery, or a bachelor’s degree in a health or legal-related field, combined with additional education and experience in policy development, administrative justice, conflict analysis or complaints management.
• 7 to 10 years of experience and evidence of increasingly complex roles. Experience with policy development, with a comprehensive knowledge of health regulatory and professional practice issues.
• Broad knowledge of health systems and ability to apply research processes and methods in policy development, recognize and evaluate trends, and critically evaluate programs and policies.
• Well-developed leadership and facilitation skills, and excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Demonstrated strength in interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proven project management skills and understanding of change management processes. A broad understanding of the health regulatory environment is preferred.
• If nurse, must hold practicing registration in good standing with BCCNM or be eligible and obtain practicing registration upon hire with BCCNM. If a midwife, must hold practicing or non-practicing registration in good standing with BCCNM.
• Knowledge of Canadian colonial impacts on Indigenous people in social and health contexts, including social, economic, political, and historical realities impacting Indigenous communities and knowledge of Indigenous-specific anti-racism and accompanying reports (e.g. The Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), the In Plain Sight Report (2020), and Reclaiming Power and Place’s Calls for Justice (2019)) is an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural humility as they apply to health care is an asset.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Reporting to the Director, Business and Program Transformation (BPT), the Policy Consultant (PC) conducts policy research and prepares analyses related to nursing and midwifery standards of practice, other organizational and board policies, and contributes to integration of policy within the Inquiry Discipline & Monitoring (IDM) program and in harmony with Regulatory Policy & Programs (RPP). The PC plans, develops, implements, evaluates a broad range of policy initiatives specific to IDM legislated requirements and in alignment with the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) using a wide range of strategies. The Consultant is also responsible for supporting the communication of IDM policies to staff, registrants, and other key partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• In consultation with the Director, BPT, plans, develops, and evaluates policy to ensure Registered Midwives, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Registered Psychiatric Nurse Standards of Practice and other organizational and Board policies reflect best practice in regulation complaints management.
• Reviews, analyzes, synthesizes, and responds to proposed policies, regulations and legislation from other regulatory bodies, government, and other organizations to ensure alignment. Flags issues and brings forward concerns in relation to nursing and midwifery practice and regulation.
• Leads project planning and initiatives related to IDM policy development. Ensures project parameters of scope, schedule, and quality are successfully delivered.
• In consultation with the Director, BPT, collaborates with the Policy & Integration team on policy development projects and program design and implementation from start to completion.
• Prepares reports, briefing notes, presentations and correspondence related to IDM policies and mandate for Executive Director/Deputy Registrar, CEO/Registrar, Leadership Team or Board approval as appropriate.
• Identifies key issues affecting nursing and midwifery practice and services related to IDM complaints and develops departmental policies and procedures and other resources to respond to issues.
• Uses a variety of methods to conduct research into key IDM issues and policies and prepares analyses of research findings.
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning related to Indigenous cultural safety and humility and supporting organizational actions towards addressing indigenous-specific racism in BC’s health care system.
• Fosters and maintains an organizational culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion, mutual respect, teamwork, and service excellence.