Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Acute

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. James; On-site; CAD 145,739 - 160,313; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Professional development funds

Flexible scheduling options

Comprehensive orientation

Financial support for moving expenses

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Job summary

A health services provider is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department in Fort St. James, British Columbia. The role involves providing care to patients of all ages in a busy environment, working collaboratively with physicians and nurses. Key qualifications include eligibility for BC College registration and experience in primary care. This position offers mentorship, professional development funds, and flexible scheduling, along with a competitive salary range based on experience.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Experience in primary care and opioid agonist therapy.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage CTAS 1 – 5 patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and emergency department nurses.
• Utilize documentation systems to track patient progress.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Decision-making skills

Team collaboration

Culturally safe care

Education

Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Tools

PowerChart

Job description

The Opportunity

Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department team at Nats'oojeh Hospital and Health Centre. This dynamic role involves providing emergency care to patients of all ages in a fast‑paced, team‑based care environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with physicians and emergency nurses, supported by telemedicine tools and flexible scheduling. Advanced certifications required: ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and CASTED.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and manage CTAS 1 – 5 patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and emergency department nurses to deliver high‑quality emergency care.
• Utilize PowerChart or paper‑based documentation systems.
• Engage with virtual services to support emergency care delivery.
• Contribute to a team‑based approach to emergency medicine.

Salary Range

• New Graduate NP – $145,739
• 1 Year Experience – $153,026
• 2 Years Experience – $160,313

Qualifications & Skills

• Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Demonstrated experience in primary care and opioid agonist therapy.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to culturally safe and trauma‑informed care.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities.
• Professional development funds available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support.
• Financial support for moving expenses available for eligible positions.
• Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service.