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REGISTERED NURSE (RN), INFECTION PREVENTION

Northern Health - BC

Smithers

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CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse (RN) for Infection Prevention at the Bulkley Lodge in Smithers, Canada. This role focuses on providing compassionate patient care within a collaborative healthcare team, ensuring residents receive high-quality, individualized care while aligning with established nursing practices and ethics. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment in a picturesque community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse designation required.
Experience in patient care, preferably in long-term care settings.
Strong assessment, planning, and evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, and implement care for residents.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for resident-centered care.
Deliver consistent, compassionate care while documenting outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Assessment Skills

Education

Registered Nurse License

Nursing diploma or degree

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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 Bulkley Lodge.

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a resident and family-centered care model. The RN or RPN practices in a variety of clinical settings and is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the RN or RPN ensures the delivery of resident–centered care by assisting individual residents and their families respond to changing health care needs. The RN or RPN demonstrates a specialized body of knowledge and bases practice on nursing science and related content from other sciences and humanities.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00

Bulkley Lodge is a stand-alone, long-term care home located in central Smithers, approximately five minutes from Bulkley Valley District Hospital. There are 53 beds including two respite beds plus three short stay beds. Bulkley Lodge provides daily therapeutic recreation services. Pastoral and spiritual services are provided by the Smithers Ministerial Group with regular, on-site spiritual care. There is a volunteer program in place to facilitate resident participation in social activities and outings. There is also an on-site, integrated community Adult Day Program, operating 7 days a week.

Smithers Smithers is located in the picturesque Bulkley Valley surrounded by three mountain ranges which provide a backdrop for the town’s Alpine setting. The main industries include forestry, tourism, transportation and agriculture. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school, one alternate format school for grades 9-12 and Coast Mountain College. Check out Smithers 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

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