REGISTERED NURSE (RN), OBSTETRICS

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse specializing in obstetric care to join their team at Fort St. John Hospital. The role involves direct patient care during various stages of pregnancy and requires collaboration with an inter-professional team. Comprehensive benefits, including health plans and vacation, are offered to staff members. Ideal candidates will possess a Degree in Nursing and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure in British Columbia.
• Experience in obstetrics and high-risk ante-partum care is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to obstetrical patients.
• Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate nursing care.
• Collaborate with the inter-professional team.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Understanding of nursing science

Education

Degree in Nursing

Job description

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, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and the code of ethics as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) within a patient‑ and family‑centered care model.

The Registered Nurse – Perinatal works collaboratively with the inter‑professional team, plans and provides direct patient care to obstetrical patients during the intra‑partum, postpartum and high‑risk ante‑partum 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.

About

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year.

• Endoscopy suite, 2 state‑of‑the‑art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• 3 Intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• 7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post‑Partum
• Health Unit and Primary Care Clinic serving the community

Fort St. John

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” reflecting its rich resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry, and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town serves as the capital of the Peace River district, has a population of over 21,400 and serves an area of approximately 70,000. The community is a hub of the Northeast, featuring a cultural centre, library, theatre, and art space. It is home to seven elementary schools, two middle schools, one secondary school, and a Northern Lights College campus.

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 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.

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