REGISTERED NURSE (RN), DAY CARE SURGERY

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in BC is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver compassionate patient care at the Dawson Creek & District Hospital. This role involves providing nursing care under a Program Manager's guidance, assisting with patient follow-up, and planning educational needs for staff. Ideal candidates will have a Registered Nurse certification and a passion for patient care. The organization offers comprehensive benefits, including vacation, training opportunities, and financial support for moving expenses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Qualifications

• Passion for nursing and delivering compassionate care.
• Ability to assist in nursing practice issues.
• Coordinate staff educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients.
• Assist Program Manager in patient follow-up.
• Plan staff educational needs with the OR team.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Nursing care

Collaboration with medical staff

Education

Registered Nurse certification

Job description

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.

Under the direction of the Program Manager is responsible for the nursing care of assigned patients and assists the Program Manager in follow-up of patient care and nursing practice issues. In conjunction with the Operating Room staff and OR Resource Leader, plans for staff educational needs.

Dawson Creek & District Hospital is a Full Service Community Hospital that provides service to Dawson Creek and surrounding communities. It has 31 acute care beds and 15 regional adult psychiatric beds. Dawson Creek 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
• Laboratory

Visiting Specialists

• Urology
• Dermatology
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynecology

Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in spring 2027. This state‑of‑the‑art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded services to meet the growing needs of the community.

Dawson Creek’s wide blue skies and the rolling foothills of the Northern Rockies surround the city. It is also known as the Mile Zero City, and marks the start of the Alaska Highway, a 2,400 km long highway connecting Alaska and the Yukon to Western Canada and the United States. Dawson Creek has a population of approximately 12,500 and provides primary service to a population of approximately 20,000, helping serve the larger population of the Peace River Region of 60,000.

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 or university transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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