Registered Nurse (rn), Med Surg

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join the team at Ksyen Regional Hospital. This role involves delivering compassionate patient care within established hospital policies and providing nursing care in various specialties. Candidates should have registration with the BC College of Nurses. Enjoy a robust benefits package and stunning outdoor activities in Terrace, BC.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation with one year of service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Outdoor activities

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• Medical and surgical nursing experience required.
• Pediatric, neonatal, and maternity nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate nursing care to assigned patients.
• Deliver compassionate patient care as part of the nursing team.

Skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Ability to organize work

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Ability to deal with others effectively

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

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 to delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Ksyen Regional Hospital.

In accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, provides and coordinates nursing care to assigned patients consistent with current standards of nursing practice and the clinical specialty of Medical Surgical, maternity, and pediatric nursing. Practices as a member of the Acute Care Unit nursing team.

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.
• Medical and surgical nursing experience required with pediatric, neonatal, maternity nursing experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize work.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.

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.