REGISTERED NURSE

Northern Health; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Vacation after 4 weeks

Moving expenses support

Job summary

Northern Health seeks a Registered Nurse to join Mackenzie and District Hospital and Health Centre. The RN will provide direct patient care in an acute medical unit under supervision, performing assessments, planning and evaluating nursing care in collaboration with the interprofessional team.

Ideal candidates are registered with BCCNM and committed to resident-focused care, safety and evidence-based practice within NH policies and protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing RN registrant.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in an acute medical unit as part of an interprofessional team.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and staff using multiple channels.
• Promote resident-focused care respectful of culture and diversity.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Data integration

Resident-focused care

Patient education

Time management

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

BC RN registration (BCCNM)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Mackenzie and District Hospital and Health Centre. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family-centered care model. The Registered Nurse (RN) practices in a variety of clinical settings, and working collaboratively with the interprofessional care team, provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care to patients in an acute medical unit.

Qualfications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing RN registrant.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/ prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and the members of the interprofessional team using verbal, written and computer communication means.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve effectively.
• Ability to promote resident-focused care that demonstrates care for and with residents and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences, resident advocacy and social justice concerns.
• Ability to transmit information intended to instruct patients, families/care givers and others about topics essential to health care and well-being.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Promotes staff morale, cooperation, assertiveness and risk-taking, creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self.
• Using factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence. Integrates best practice from nursing and health-related disciplines and the humanities, arts and sciences disciplines into professional practice.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Mackenzie and District Hospital and Health Centre

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Mackenzie

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants