REGISTERED NURSE (RN), MED SURG

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse for Fort St. John Hospital. The position involves delivering compassionate patient care and working with an interprofessional team in a variety of clinical settings. Applicants must possess a valid nursing registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. The role offers comprehensive benefits including competitive vacation packages and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including health/dental

Four weeks vacation with one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration.
• Experience in acute medical care settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care.
• Work collaboratively with interprofessional care teams.
• Practice in accordance with established standards of professional practice.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Collaboration with interprofessional care team

Assessment and planning nursing care

Education

Registered Nurse license

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 Fort St. John Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the Registered Nurse 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 patient and family-centered care model.

The Registered Nurse (RN) practices in a variety of clinical settings, and working collaboratively with the interprofessional care team, provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care to patients in an acute medical unit.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)

About Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 acute care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Some highlights:

• Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• 3 Intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• 7 single maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum. Fort St. John also has the Health Unit and Primary Care Clinic which serve the community.

Fort St. John Community

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” reflecting the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town sits above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population is over 21,400, but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre, library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.

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 of Documentation

• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school/college/university transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants

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