Fredericton Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1156477

Horizon Health Network; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network is seeking a Trauma Nurse RNCA for the Fredericton area. The position supports initial assessment, stabilization, and disposition of trauma and high-acuity patients in the Emergency Department.

The role requires current CNA NB registration, BCLS/ACLS/PALS, and trauma-certified or willingness to obtain TNCC/ENPC. Part-time, 0.7 FTE, with day/evening/night rotations and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (CNNB).
• ACLS, PALS and BCLS certifications required or in progress.
• Trauma nursing certifications (TNCC/ENPC) preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assess trauma patients comprehensively and in a timely manner.
• Lead stabilization and resuscitation during trauma activations.
• Coordinate nursing care across the trauma team and ED.
• Document care accurately and ensure smooth patient transfers.
• Support trauma debriefings and ongoing clinical learning.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

CNNB registration

ACLS/PALS/BCLS certifications

TNCC/ENPC certifications

Job description

Fredericton Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA) PCN 1156477

Location: Fredericton area (Horizon), _Registered Nurse - Fredericton Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Part Time

Competition #: 167560 External

Posted: October 12, 2026

Closes: October 25, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: October 30, 2026

Location: Emergency

Job Classification: Registered Nurse Class A (RNCA)

Job Classification Type: NBNU

Job Type: Permanent Part Time

FTE: 0.7

Schedule: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Rotation, Other, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 45.49 to 55.32 per hour (Graduate RNCA - $43.67; Registered Nurse - as per the salary range indicated)

JOB PURPOSE

The Trauma Nurse is an RNCA position within the DECH Emergency Department that provides experienced clinical support and leadership in the assessment and management of trauma and other highacuity patients. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the Trauma Nurse coordinates care from initial presentation through stabilization, treatment, and final disposition or transfer, ensuring safe, timely, and evidence-informed care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current registration with the College of Nursing of New Brunswick (CNNB).
• Current BCLS certification/ RQI certification.
• Current ACLS certification/ Current PALS certification.
• Completion of Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC)
• Completion of EPICC foundations, Pediatrics and Trauma or willingness to obtain.
• Current advanced care nursing competencies.
• Demonstrated experience caring for high-acuity and trauma patients.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• INFO debrief certification or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 5 years Emergency Department experience or 2 years with the completion of the Critical Care Course.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the competencies of BCLS, ACLS, PALS, CTAS, Advanced Nursing Competencies, Emergency Pediatric Nursing (ENPC}, Trauma Nursing (TNCC}, and Basic 12 lead ECG interpretation as demonstrated by certification and/or written and practical testing.
• Demonstrated assessment skills and ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
• Good work record and ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to the responsibilities of an Emergency Department RN, the Trauma Nurse will:

• Participate in trauma activations and assume an appropriate role within the trauma team.
• Provide comprehensive and timely assessment of trauma patients.
• Support the stabilization and resuscitation of critically injured patients.
• Assist with the coordination of nursing care during trauma activations.
• Anticipate patient and team needs during high-acuity trauma events.
• Prepare and assist with trauma procedures, needed departmental procedures, equipment, medications and blood products, including mass transfusion protocol.
• Collaborate closely with the Emergency Department physician and multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient response to interventions and communicate changes in condition promptly.
• Support the coordination of diagnostic investigations, consultations and patient transfers.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of trauma care.
• Assist with the safe transition of patients to inpatient units, critical care or receiving facilities.
• Participate in trauma debriefings following significant events.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all aspects of work.
• Provide support and guidance to nurses developing their trauma knowledge and skills.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve trauma care and patient safety.
• Completes annual advanced nursing competencies related to emergency care.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all aspects of work.

COMPETENCIES

Competencies Identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Emergency Nursing Assessment.
• Trauma Assessment and Management.
• Clinical Judgment and Decision-Making.
• Triage and Prioritization.
• Resuscitation and Stabilization.
• Recognition of Clinical Deterioration.
• Patient- and Family-Centered Care.
• interprofessional Collaboration.
• Communication and Handover.
• Patient Safety and Quality Improvement.
• Professional Accountability.
• Leadership, Education and Knowledge Sharing.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Decision making.
• Critical thinking.
• Professionalism.

If a candidate’s primary language of communication is not English, an English Language Proficiency Evaluation is required for all postings (Reading, Writing and Oral).

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.