Registered Nurse (rn), Emergency

Northern Health; Quesnel; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Canada is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the team at GR Baker Memorial Hospital. The ideal candidate will have experience in Emergency/Intensive Care and a passion for delivering compassionate patient care. This role involves assessing and managing patient health care needs within a supportive environment. A commitment to quality nursing practices is essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial Support for Moving Expenses

Employer-paid training and development

Spectacular outdoor activities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license to practice in British Columbia.
• One year of Emergency/Intensive Care experience.
• Recent medical/surgical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Provide compassionate patient care.
• Assist in maintaining quality management standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Emergency intervention

Patient care promotion

Public relations

Team collaboration

Physical capability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Post graduate courses in nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

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 GR Baker Memorial Hospital.

Reporting to the Program manager of Critical Care and Surgery, the staff nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and nursing practice activities within the framework of quality management and in accordance with the BCCNM Standards for Nursing practice and Northern Health Mission, Vision and Values statement.

Shift Rotation / Hours of work

Nights - 23:00 to 07:00, Rotating

GR Baker Memorial Hospital

is a full care hospital with 27 Acute Care beds, 4 ICU beds and 5 crisis stabilization beds.

• Full Emergency Medical Care
• Laboratory
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Pharmacy
• General Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Otolaryngology (ENT)
• Community Cancer Care
• Physiotherapy
• Respiratory Therapy
• Environmental Health
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Visiting specialists in Cardiology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Plastic Surgery, Urology and Ophthalmology
• Video conferencing for consultations with specialists or physicians in other areas.
• Home and Community Care and Home Support

Quesnel

Quesnel is a small city with big opportunity. It boasts a vibrant, creative and family friendly lifestyle, rich with culture and community spirit. The city is nestled on the banks of the Quesnel and Fraser rivers, and has a diverse population of 23,000 people. The major industries include forestry, agriculture, mining and tourism. Quesnel offers affordable housing, twelve public schools, one Christian school, and two post‑secondary schools. Check out Quesnel for more information on this outdoor playground and its access to a wealth of adventures.

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? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• One (1) year Emergency/Intensive Care experience and recent medical/surgical experience.
• Post graduate courses - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Trauma Nursing Core Course, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Canadian Triage Acuity Scale (within the last four years) or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to promote safe, competent, patient care.
• Ability to recognize and intervene appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer software such as Microsoft Office, Outlook.
• Ability to communicate and maintain good public relations with family and friends of patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
• Physical ability to perform the duties 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.