Registered Nurse (rn), Med Surg (rural)

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

Job summary

A health service provider in British Columbia is looking for a motivated Registered Nurse to join their team at Mackenzie & District Hospital. The role involves delivering compassionate patient care and conducting assessments. Candidates must be graduates from an approved School of Nursing with a current registration from the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives, and possess advanced preparation in specific clinical specialties. This position offers a supportive environment with a range of benefits including comprehensive health packages and vacation time.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration.
• Advanced preparation in clinical specialty as required by position.
• Emergency or Perinatal specialty with relevant certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments.
• Communicate effectively with clients and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Client assessments

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Client-focused care

Equipment operation

Time management

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing

Current registration with the British Columbia 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 for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Mackenzie & District Hospital.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

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

Mackenzie & District Hospital and Health Centre

It is a well‑integrated facility creating a cohesive care team. It has 5 Acute Care beds and 4 Long‑term care beds and provides the following services:

• Emergency
• Medical Imaging
• Mental Health and Addictions
• Home and Community Care
• Medical Clinic

The District of Mackenzie

The District of Mackenzie is a recreational and industrial hub of the North. Located on the southern end of Williston Lake, the largest man‑made reservoir, Mackenzie has a population of approximately 3,700 people. Mackenzie is a spirited and balanced community, rich in history with an eye for the future. The main industries are forestry and mining. Mackenzie has one elementary school, one secondary school, and a College of New Caledonia campus. Mackenzie is approximately 50 km away from Powder King Mountain Ski Resort. Powder King is Ranked #4 in all of North America for snow quality and total snowfall during an average season. Check out Mackenzie for information on this family friendly community.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

Benefits include:

• 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.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the assigned area as required by the position:

• Emergency: Advanced preparation in an ED clinical specialty or an equivalent combination of education & experience. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within three (3) years.
• Perinatal: Advanced preparation in a Perinatal clinical specialty or an equivalent combination of education & experience. Current Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 2 years. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within three (3) years.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/ prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the clients, families, the public, medical staff, and the members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written and computer communication means.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem‑solve effectively.
• Ability to promote client‑focused care that demonstrates care for and with clients and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences, client advocacy and social justice concerns.
• Ability to transmit information intended to instruct clients and others about topics essential to health care and well‑being.
• Manages time and resources, implementing activities to promote cooperation among relevant others, collaboration across disciplines and related activities.
• Using factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support decisions and actions with relevant research‑based evidence. Integrates best practice from nursing and health‑related disciplines and the humanities, arts, and sciences disciplines into professional practice.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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.