REGISTERED NURSE (RN), OPERATING ROOM

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join their team at the Dawson Creek & District Hospital. This role involves providing compassionate patient care during the peri-operative process. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree and possess strong skills in assessing patient needs and documenting care. This position offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work within a supportive healthcare community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Employer-paid training opportunities

Financial support for moving expenses

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a focus on peri-operative care.
• Experience in providing direct nursing care.
• Ability to implement and document nursing care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to peri-operative patients.
• Assess and respond to patients' needs during surgeries.
• Document nursing care and provide direction to staff.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Ability to assess physical and psychological needs

Effective communication skills

Education

Nursing degree or equivalent

Registration number for regulated profession

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 Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the OR/PACU Unit Manager, the OR/P.A.R. nurse provides direct nursing care to the peri‑operative patient according to established standards/policies and provides work direction to nursing and non‑nursing staff as required. The OR/P.A.R. nurse assesses the physical and psychological needs; plans, implements, evaluates and documents the nursing care for the patient during the peri‑operative process, and the immediate post‑operative period. Call is required.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, Days, 07:15 to 15:15 (rotating)

Hospital Overview

Dawson Creek & District Hospital is a full‑service community hospital providing service to Dawson Creek and surrounding communities. It has 31 acute care beds and 15 regional adult psychiatric beds. Dawson Creek is the orthopaedic trauma and surgical centre for the northeast region of BC. Services include:

• Emergency
• ICU
• Day Surgery
• Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Care
• Acute Care
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Laboratory

Visiting Specialists

• Urology
• Dermatology
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynecology

Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027. This state‑of‑the‑art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community.

Dawson Creek Community

Dawson Creek is a vibrant city known as the Mile Zero City, marking the start of the Alaska Highway. It has a population of approximately 12,500 and serves a larger population of the Peace River Region of 60,000. There are eleven elementary schools, one middle school and one secondary school, and the Northern Lights College provides adult education.

What Northern Health Offers

• 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 of 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 programmes offered through the federal and BC government for eligible professions.

Application Requirements

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 of Required Documentation

• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school/college/university transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants

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