Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg, Bella Coola

Vancouver Coastal Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization is seeking a Registered Nurse for Bella Coola General Hospital in BC. Responsibilities include patient care, collaboration with healthcare teams, and teaching clients about health. The ideal candidate should have a current nursing registration with BCCNM and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and possible relocation assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing).

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients/clients.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care.
• Participate in discharge planning and teach clients and families.

Skills

Nursing practice

Care plan development

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Client counseling and teaching

Leadership

Clinical techniques

CPR techniques

Computerized care systems

Education

Current Registered Nurse registration with BCCNM

Job description

Salary Details: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.

Overview

Come work as a Registered Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in Bella Coola, BC! Relocation Assistance and Staff housing may be available. Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for Registered Nurses to join the team at Bella Coola General Hospital in Bella Coola, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Registered Nurse with VCH you will:

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients/clients working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care.
• Participate in discharge planning, function as a client advocate and teach clients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness.
• Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the client/family.
• Document care provided and respond to incidents in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Consult, confer and collaborate with other health care providers.
• Maintain and advance own clinical competence.
• Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

About Bella Coola, BC

Bella Coola sits in a mountain valley at the head of the North Bentinck Channel, 500 km north of Vancouver, with a population of about 1800 people. The community is at the end of a long, truly magnificent fjord, on the mainland coast of British Columbia. Bella Coola General Hospital has 10 acute beds, 5 long term care beds and a 3 bed emergency department open 24/7, along with a laboratory, diagnostic imaging services, Telehealth, Mental Health, Public Health, Home & Community Support Services. Also within the hospital are a medical clinic and a pharmacy.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement care plans.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing).
• Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively including the ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to counsel and teach clients and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through initiative and independence.
• Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

This is a rotating Seasonal opportunity per BCNU CA article 17.04. For example: 6 months on 6 months off (working July-December, off January-June) or 3 months on 3 months off (working Jan – March, July – September). Relocation Assistance and Staff housing may be available.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. All health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. We embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and going first when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025. Employment statements and the call for applications are managed through internal processes; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.