REGISTERED NURSE (RN), EMERGENCY

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization is looking for a motivated Registered Nurse to deliver compassionate patient care at Dawson Creek & District Hospital. You will provide direct nursing care to Emergency and High Acuity care patients, following established nursing standards and protocols. This role requires strong team collaboration and a commitment to patient health. The position offers comprehensive benefits, vacation, and support for moving expenses. Join us and be part of our transformative journey towards a new hospital facility.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including health/dental

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care.
• Experience in Emergency and High Acuity care environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of nursing policies and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to Emergency and High Acuity care patients.
• Plan and evaluate nursing care to meet patient needs.
• Follow established nursing standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Emergency care experience

Ability to work in a team

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 Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Under the direction of the Unit Manager, the ER/HAU RN provides direct nursing care to the Emergency and High Acuity care patients according to established standards/policies. The ER/HAU RN identifies, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care to assist patients in meeting their physical, social, and psychological needs in the Emergency and High Acuity Care environment. Nursing practice is guided by the vision and values of Northern Health, BCCN&M Standards of Nursing Practice and Code of Ethics. The Registered Nurse will use Northeast Health Services Delivery Area and Dawson Creek and District Hospital approved policies, procedures, and protocols.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

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 and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind, the new hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility! To learn more, visit Let's Talk DCDH.

Dawson Creek is surrounded by wide blue skies and rolling foothills of the Northern Rockies. The city is also known as the Mile Zero City, as it 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. It provides primary service to a population of approximately 20,000 and helps serve the larger population of the Peace River Region of 60,000. There are eleven elementary schools, one middle school and one secondary school. The Northern Lights College provides adult education. Check out Dawson Creek for more information about this community where the northern lights shine.

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:

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• 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

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