Director of Care

Northern Health - BC; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Northern BC is seeking a Director of Care to lead nursing and rehabilitation services. This role requires a Master's degree in Nursing and 7-10 years of leadership experience. You'll shape operational strategies to enhance service delivery in a vibrant community like Prince Rupert. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including vacation, relocation support, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental

Four weeks’ vacation after one year of service

Financial support for eligible relocation expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Employee referral program

Outdoor activities with short commutes

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of leadership experience in operational and strategic planning.
• Eligibility for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective delivery of nursing, rehabilitation, and discharge services.
• Shape strategic objectives and operational plans.
• Provide leadership in planning, delivering, and evaluating programs and services.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical expertise

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Job description

Director of Care – Northern Health

Are you ready to take the next step in your career by combining your clinical expertise with proven leadership skills? If you excel at implementing strategies that align individual, team, and organizational goals to achieve positive outcomes, we want to hear from you!

As Director of Care, you will play a key role in shaping strategic objectives and operational plans to ensure the effective delivery of nursing, rehabilitation, and discharge services in alignment with Northern Health’s policies and priorities. You will provide leadership in planning, delivering, and evaluating programs and services, while anticipating and addressing the health needs of residents. This position oversees the integration and provision of a broad range of acute and facility-based services within a value-driven corporate business plan.

Compensation

Starting salary ranges from $116,591 to $145,739, based on education, experience, and comparable positions.

Why Prince Rupert?

Prince Rupert is a vibrant marine-based port city on British Columbia’s stunning Pacific Coast. Known for its breathtaking wilderness, wildlife viewing, and rich First Nations culture, it’s also a major transportation hub and one of the world’s leading ports. With a population of 13,500, Prince Rupert offers a unique blend of economic opportunity and outdoor adventure—perfect for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.

What Northern Health Offers

• Comprehensive benefits, including extended health/dental and municipal pension plan
• Four weeks’ vacation after one year of service
• Financial support for eligible relocation expenses
• Employer-paid training and leadership development
• Employee referral program
• Spectacular outdoor activities and some of the shortest commutes in BC

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related discipline, plus a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing
• 7–10 years of leadership experience in operational and strategic planning, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Eligibility for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)

About Northern Health

Northern Health serves nearly 600,000 square kilometers, providing hospital and community-based care to over 300,000 residents, including 55 First Nations communities. With more than 7,000 dedicated staff, we deliver exceptional health services across two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, and numerous specialized service units.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and join a team committed to improving health outcomes across Northern BC!