REGISTERED NURSE (RN), OBSTETRICS

Northern Health; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health insurance

Dental coverage

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks vacation after 1 year

Moving expenses assistance

Employee referral program

Leadership development opportunities

Indigenous leave program

Short commutes

Job summary

Northern Health seeks a motivated Registered Nurse - Perinatal to deliver compassionate care at Fort St. John Hospital. You will work under supervision with an inter-professional team, planning and providing nursing care for obstetrical patients across intra-, postpartum, and high-risk antepartum periods.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient advocacy, and family-centered care. Required are BC nursing registration, a Perinatal specialty, and current CPR/NRP and Fetal Health

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current BCCNM registration.
• Completion of a recognized Perinatal Nursing specialty program.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent.
• Current CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate.
• Current Fetal Health Surveillance Course certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to obstetrical patients during intra-, postpartum and high-risk antepartum periods.
• Collaborate with the inter-professional team to plan and evaluate nursing care.
• Apply maternal/fetal/newborn theory to nursing decisions using evidence-based practice.

Skills

Clinical proficiency

Acute change recognition

Assessment & care planning

Communication with interprofessional团队

Person-centered care

Data integration & problem solving

Patient/family education

Prioritization & organization

Interprofessional collaboration

Evidence-based nursing practice

Equipment operation & computer use

Physical stamina

Education

Nursing degree (BCCNM registered)

Perinatal nursing specialty program

1 year recent related experience

Current CPR & NRp certification

Fetal Health Surveillance course

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 the Fort St. John Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family centered care model.

The Registered Nurse - Perinatal, working collaboratively with the inter-professional team, plans and provides direct patient care to obstetrical patients during the intra, postpartum and high-risk antepartum periods and other assigned patients by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care. The Registered Nurse demonstrates a specialized body of knowledge and bases practice on nursing science and related content from other sciences and humanities.

Qualfications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Completion of a recognized Perinatal Nursing specialty program.
• One (1) year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certificate
• Current Fetal Health Surveillance Course Certificate

Skills and Abilities:

• Clinical proficiency in the designated clinical area.
• Ability to recognize acuity changes.
• Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and apply maternal/fetal/newborn theory and expertise to provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety interventions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional team using verbal, written and electronic communication means.
• Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve effectively.
• Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional team.
• Ability to use factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
• 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 Fort St. John Hospital

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. John

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. 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, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• 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.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants