Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency/Medical/Hospice-Fraser Canyon Hospital

Fraser Health Authority; Hope; On-site; CAD 57,060 - 81,994; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency/Medical/Hospice units. This full-time role offers a competitive salary in a community hospital focused on patient care and inclusivity. The position requires nursing registration, one year of experience in emergency care, and CPR certification. Responsibilities include providing direct care, collaborating on care plans, and mentoring new staff.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an approved School of Nursing.
• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with BCCNM.
• One year of recent experience providing emergency nursing care.
• Current certificate in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to patients in Emergency, Medical, and Hospice Units.
• Collaborates to develop and modify care plans.
• Coordinates nursing care and ensures effective transitions.
• Educates patients and families about illness prevention.
• Acts as a preceptor or mentor to new staff.
• Documents assessments and interventions.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring skills

Emergency assessment skills

IV therapy proficiency

Strong written and verbal communication

Empathy

Cultural sensitivity

Patient advocacy

Planning and organizing skills

Instructional skills for patient education

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Graduated from an approved School of Nursing

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse

One year of recent experience in emergency nursing

Current certificate in CPR

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency/Medical/Hospice – Fraser Canyon Hospital

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour.

A unique rural opportunity located just a short two‑hour drive east of Vancouver’s city centre. Fraser Canyon Hospital (FCH) is a 10‑bed community hospital providing 24/7 emergency stabilization and general medical care. We are committed to planetary health, diversity and inclusive practices.

Joining our team offers opportunities for professional growth, a competitive compensation package and the rewarding chance to impact daily health care.

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Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to patients in Emergency, Medical and Hospice Units, assessing and recording patient information.
• Collaborates with patients, families and interdisciplinary team to develop, implement and modify care plans.
• Coordinates nursing care, sets priorities, delegates tasks, and ensures effective transitions among the interprofessional team.
• Educates patients and families about illness prevention and health maintenance.
• Participates in patient care conferences, quality improvement, in‑services, and education programs.
• Acts as a preceptor or mentor to new nursing staff and students.
• Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with Fraser Health procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Graduated from an approved School of Nursing; current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM); one year of recent experience providing emergency nursing care in an acute/rural hospital setting; current certificate in CPR.

Skills and Abilities

• Cardiac monitoring skills, emergency assessment skills, and IV therapy proficiency.
• Ability to assess and address emergency situations and make appropriate clinical decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication with patients, families and the care team.
• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and patient advocacy.
• Planning, organizing, prioritizing and problem‑solving skills.
• Instructional skills for patient and family education.
• Equipment operation including non‑invasive blood pressure, pulse oximeters and tracheostomy devices.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care

EEO statement

Fraser Health is an equal opportunity employer and embraces cultural, linguistic and socioeconomic diversity. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment.