REGISTERED NURSE (RN), NORTHERN EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (NERT) AND VIRTUAL SUPPORT

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Pension plan

Vacation 4 weeks

Moving expenses

Referral bonuses

Training programs

Outdoor recreation

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) in Prince George. The nurse will perform interfacility transfers with BCEHS and provide real-time advisory support to Rural ED nurses while delivering direct patient care in collaboration with hospital teams.

The role requires BC nursing licensure, critical care training, and experience across ED/ICU settings, supporting a patient-centered care model within NH policies and protocols.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and nursing degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform interfacility transfers with BCEHS paramedics.
• Provide real-time mentorship for Rural Emergency Department nurses.
• Support ED, ICU and hospital teams with patient care.
• Assist with clinical assessments and care planning.

Skills

Interfacility transfers

Clinical assessment

Cerner electronic systems

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensed with BCCNM

Critical care course/certificate

Advanced emergency care certifications (TNCC/EPICC/CTAS/ACLS/NRP/PEARS/PALS)

BC Driver’s License

Tools

Cerner

Windows/Email/Word

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 University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC).

In accordance with established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, reporting directly to the Program Lead, the Northern Emergency Response Team (NERT) and Virtual Support 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. In accordance with the objectives, established policies, procedures, and protocols of the NH Access, Flow, and Transfer Services, the primary responsibility of the Nurse is to perform interfacility transfers alongside BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) paramedics and to provide in-the-moment real time advice and mentorship for Rural Emergency Department nurses managing complex patients via an established virtual network. When not performing transfers, the Nurse assists with patient care as required working together with hospital-based practitioners at the University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) and actively supporting the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, and healthcare teams in the hospital.

The NERT and Virtual Support Nurse practices in a variety of clinical settings and competently applies the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Working in collaboration with the bedside nurse and other multi-disciplinary care teams in Rural Emergency Departments, assists in providing the most appropriate care available within their current context, using a variety of specialized communication and information technologies.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

Qualfications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Successful completion of an accredited critical care training course and/or certificate with a minimum of five years recent related experience caring for critically ill/injured patients including experience performing inter-facility patient transfers; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Successful completion of an accredited advanced emergency care courses, including Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) or Emergency Practice, Interventions and Care Canada (EPICC) - Trauma and Pediatrics, Canadian Triage Acuity Scale (CTAS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognitions and Stabilization (PEARS) Course, and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Current valid BC Driver’s License.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/ prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• 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.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve effectively.
• Ability to promote patient-focused care that demonstrates care for and with clients and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences, patient advocacy and social justice concerns.
• Ability to transmit information intended to instruct patients 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.
• Promotes staff morale, cooperation, assertiveness and risk-taking, creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self.
• 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 maintain effective working relationships with others internal and external to the organization.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Cerner and Windows based programs. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Ability to travel within the Northern Health Region facilitating patient transfers on a daily basis.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working

Facility

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.