Registered Nurse Coordinator Trauma Program

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

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking an experienced nursing leader for Ksyen Regional Hospital in Canada. This role is pivotal in providing efficient and effective trauma care services. The ideal candidate must have recent clinical experience in trauma care, hold relevant nursing certifications, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. Competitive benefits include comprehensive health packages and generous vacation time. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional healthcare in a thriving community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years recent clinical experience in trauma care management.
• Valid BC Driver's License is required.
• Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and direct trauma care services.
• Collaborate with medical staff for optimal care delivery.
• Manage resources within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of CRNBC standards for nursing practice

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively

Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a dynamic environment

Knowledge of clinical practice and trauma care policies

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Certification in TNCC, ENPC, and ACLS

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Looking for an experienced nursing leader for the Ksyen Regional Hospital. If you are passionate about providing effective and efficient delivery of hospital services, please look into this position. Reporting to the Regional Manager; Northern Trauma Program, works in collaboration with the site Trauma Medical Lead, to foster a high quality, multidisciplinary approach to trauma care in the Northwest.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Tues - Thurs, Days, 08:30 to 16:30

Ksyen Regional Hospital

The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, the facility features 82 beds, private rooms, and is a centre for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.

Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
• Examples may include: Program certificates or diplomas, High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant?

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Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Certification in the Emergency Department/Trauma Care setting with a minimum of three years recent clinical experience that includes the care and management of trauma patients or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Certification in TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course), ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of CRNBC standards for nursing practice.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, direct, manage and implement change.
• 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 and others.
• Manages time and resources, implementing activities to promote cooperation among relevant others, supervising responsibilities of others, collaboration across disciplines and related activities.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the clients, families, the public, medical staff and the members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written and computer communication means.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic, complex and changing environment.
• Understanding of the current and strategic directions in health care.
• Knowledge of institutional medical practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of clinical practice, policies, procedures and standards related to trauma care.
• Knowledge of current legislation and standards involving patient care.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computer applications including Word and Excel with database skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply creative and innovative thinking to affect continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and foster a healthy, effective and efficient work environment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.