Registered Nurse (RN) & Clinical Nurse Educator

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Dawson Creek is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse dedicated to delivering compassionate patient care. You will practice in compliance with professional standards, develop training programs, and enhance staff competencies. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of recent experience in a maternity/LDR unit. Northern Health offers comprehensive benefits, vacation, and opportunities for professional development. Join our team and contribute to community health services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including health/dental

Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience on a maternity/LDR unit (within last 5 years).
• Candidates must submit a current resume.

Responsibilities

• Practice as a Registered Nurse in compliance with standards.
• Develop and deliver training for staff to meet competencies.
• Facilitate preceptorship and mentorship programs.
• Review and revise patient care standards and policies.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Person and family-centered care model

Training delivery

Job description

Overview

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 the Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Practice as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and in alignment with the standards of professional practice and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).


• Apply a person and family-centered care model.


• The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) identifies, plans, compiles and delivers training sessions for staff to help them meet key competencies in compliance with scope of practice.


• Develops, implements and evaluates general and unit-specific orientation and education programs for staff.


• Facilitates the development and ongoing maintenance of the department’s preceptorship/mentorship programs.


• Participates in ongoing review and revision of patient care standards, policies and procedures and coordinates in-service programs to meet continuing educational needs of staff.


• Shift: Wednesday–Thursday with alternate Fridays, Days, 08:00 to 16:00.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience on a maternity/LDR unit (within last 5 years).


• Candidates must submit a current resume.

About the Hospital and Services

Dawson Creek & District Hospital is a full-service community hospital with 31 acute care beds and 15 regional adult psychiatric beds. It serves Dawson Creek and surrounding communities and is the Orthopaedic Trauma and Surgical Centre for the Northeast Region of BC. Services include Emergency, ICU, Day Surgery, Respiratory Therapy, Primary Care, Acute Care, Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory.

Visiting specialists include Urology, Dermatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology. Construction is underway on a new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027. The new facility will be larger and offer 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded services.

What Northern Health has to offer

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for both part-time and full-time employees. Casuals may have the option to pay for benefits.


• Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service.


• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.


• Employee referral program.


• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.


• Access to outdoor activities and shorter commutes.


• Loan forgiveness programs through Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Application Process

As part of your application process, upload the following documentation: registration number (if part of a regulated profession) and any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include program certificates or diplomas, transcripts, and it is recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants

Are you an international applicant? Please follow the steps on the Northern Health Careers page before applying.