Registered Nurse (rn), Emergency

White Spot; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

White Spot is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join Ksyen Regional Hospital in Terrace, BC. Candidates must have experience in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing, along with certifications in CPR and ACLS. The role involves delivering compassionate patient care and working flexible shifts in a vibrant community, offering generous benefits and support for ongoing education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation with one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Employee referral program

Loan Forgiveness Programs available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years medical/surgical experience.
• Candidates without Emergency/Critical Care Training expected to enroll in a related course within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provides and coordinates nursing care with current standards.
• Works independently in the Emergency department.

Skills

Ability to manage equipment for patient care

Ability to deal with others effectively

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to prioritize work

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant

Post Diploma Certificate in Critical Care or Emergency Nursing

Tools

CPR (Basic Life Support) certification

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification

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 Ksyen Regional Hospital.

Provides and coordinates nursing care with current standards of nursing practice and the Clinical Specialty of Critical Care & Emergency Care Nursing. Clinical experience to independently work in Emergency is required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

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, and 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?

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

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Minimum two (2) years medical/surgical experience and/or Post Diploma Certificate in Critical Care and/or Emergency Nursing and/or equivalent combination of experience and training. Applicants without formal Emergency/Critical Care Training and/or equivalent experience will be expected to enroll in an Emergency or Critical Care Course within 6 months of receiving the job.
• CPR (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification or willingness to complete within 1 year.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to manage all equipment appropriate for the provision of care for patients admitted to the critical care and acute care units.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to work well on own with minimal supervision.
• Ability to assist in orientation of new personnel.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.

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.