Registered Nurse (rn), Med Surg

Northern Health; Hazelton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Northern BC is seeking a Registered Nurse for Wrinch Memorial Hospital. The ideal candidate will practice in accordance with BCCNM standards, providing compassionate patient care and collaborating with the health team. Benefits include health/dental plans, vacation, and training opportunities. Candidates should be registered with the BC College of Nurses and have relevant nursing experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health/dental and pension plans

Four weeks vacation after one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience at Staff Nurse level in an Acute Care Hospital preferred.
• Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Practice nursing in accordance with BCCNM Standards of Practice.
• Provide patient care using Nursing Process and Knowledge.
• Collaborate with health team members.

Skills

Leadership and motivational skills

Teaching nursing techniques

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to handle diverse contacts and situations

Physical ability to perform duties

Operation of related equipment

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse dedicated to delivering compassionate patient care to join Wrinch Memorial Hospital.

Responsibilities include practicing nursing in accordance with BCCNM Standards of Practice, providing patient care using Nursing Process and Knowledge, collaborating with health team members, adhering to the Nursing Code of Ethics, maintaining competency, and guiding team members in the Charge Nurse role.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work: Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (Rotating)

Wrinch Memorial Hospital serves a population of 8,000 with various beds, clinics, and services, including complex care, acute care, pharmacy, dental, laboratory, outpatient clinics, psychiatric observation, and medical imaging.

Additional community services include Public Health, First Nation's Health Authority, Mental Health and Addictions, and others, supporting the diverse needs of the region.

The communities in the Upper Skeena, known as The Hazeltons, are on unceded traditional Gitxsan land, rich in natural beauty and cultural history.

What Northern Health Offers:

• Comprehensive benefits including health/dental and pension plans
• Four weeks vacation after one year of service
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Training and leadership development
• Outdoor activities and short commutes
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Application Requirements:

• Registration number (if regulated)
• Supporting documents such as certificates, transcripts, cover letter, and resume

International Applicants: Please review steps on our careers page before applying.

Qualifications:

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN
• At least one year of experience at Staff Nurse level in an Acute Care Hospital (preferred)
• Operating Room experience (preferred)

Skills and Abilities:

• Leadership and motivational skills
• Teaching nursing techniques
• Effective communication
• Organizational skills
• Ability to handle diverse contacts and situations
• Physical ability to perform duties
• Operation of related equipment

About Us:

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 sq km, serving over 300,000 people through hospitals, clinics, and community services, employing over 7,000 staff dedicated to Northern BC's health.