REGISTERED NURSE (RN), PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR

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

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Vacation after 1 year

Moving expenses

Job summary

Northern Health's University Hospital of Northern British Columbia in Prince George is seeking a Registered Nurse to support admission, discharge and transfer processes. You will apply nursing theory and clinical skills to ensure appropriate patient placement and high-quality service.

Under the direction of the Patient Care Coordinator, you will help optimize bed allocation, communicate with care teams and families, and provide guidance to managers and staff.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Five (5) years recent related clinical knowledge/experience and demonstrated competencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admission, discharge and transfer processes.
• Promote efficient bed allocation and utilization across UHNBC.
• Provide guidance and support to managers, staff and medical professionals.
• Communicate with care teams to problem solve patient placement.

Skills

RN registration

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

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 University Hospital of Northern BC.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Patient Care Coordinator, facilitates the delivery of the admission/discharge and transfer processes at UHNBC. The position requires in depth of knowledge of nursing theory, expert skills in nursing practice, communication, understanding and the ability to incorporate clinical skills to make appropriate decisions in the best interests of the patients and the hospital. This role will promote the efficient allocation and utilization of beds throughout UHNBC to support patients being in the appropriate area of care, receiving the highest quality of service. This position revolves around the ability to communicate with the necessary parties to problem solve the most efficient and effective solution to patient placement. The Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the operations of the Hospital in the absence of managers, department heads and senior administrative personnel.

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Five (5) years recent related clinical knowledge/experience and demonstrated competencies (leadership, professional, technical skills, attitude and judgment).
• OR the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Able to function effectively in stressful situations.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills including excellent listening, verbal and written communication.
• Comfortable and competent with creative solution finding, persuasion, negotiation and customer relation skills.
• Able to function independently with required organizational skills and balance multiple activities concurrently.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking, mature judgment in determining priority of care.
• Physical and mental ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer software applications.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Knowledge of relevant Policies and Standards of Care.
• Ability to foster positive working relationships, both internal and external, at all levels.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities or unforeseen opportunities.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to others including managers, staff, and medical professionals.

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)

UHNBC is growing, with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031. This major expansion will bring state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. By joining our team in Prince George now, you'll position yourself to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province. To learn more, visit Let's Talk UHNBC Acute Care Tower.

Community

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

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.