Registered Nurse (rn), Patient Care Coordinator, Emergency

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Terrace is looking for an experienced Patient Care Coordinator to oversee patient care and coordinate hospital operations. Applicants should be registered with the BC College of Nurses and possess at least five years of acute care experience. The role requires strong communication and leadership skills, with responsibilities including managing admissions and maintaining care standards. The opportunity offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Qualifications

• Five years recent acute care experience with one year's supervisory experience or equivalent.
• Physical and mental ability to perform duties of position.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate admission, discharge and patient transfer processes.
• Coordinate operations of the hospital in absence of management.
• Assist in maintaining standards of patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Clinical competence in medical/surgical nursing

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN

Job description

Position Summary

Looking for an experienced nursing leader for the Ksyen Regional Hospital. If you are passionate about providing effective and efficient delivery of hospital services, please look into this position.

The Patient Care Coordinator facilitates the admission, discharge and patient transfer processes, and is responsible for coordinating patient/resident care when necessary. The role promotes the efficient allocation and utilization of beds to determine patient placement and support patients receiving quality care. The Patient Care Coordinator assists the Program Managers in establishing and maintaining standards of patient care and is responsible for coordinating the operations of the hospital in the absence of managers, department heads and senior administrative personnel.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

Days, Evenings, 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00 (rotating)

About Ksyen Regional Hospital

The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, the facility features 82 beds, private rooms, and is a centre for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.

Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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 are 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; It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Five years recent acute care experience with one year’s supervisory experience or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to function effectively in stressful situations.
• Ability to function independently with required organizational skills and balance multiple activities.
• Ability to establish, maintain and promote effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain good public relations with patients, family and friends.
• Physical and mental ability to perform duties of position.
• Demonstrates clinical competence in medical/surgical nursing.
• Ability to provide and promote safe and competent patient care.
• Ability to recognize and intervene in an emergency situation.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer software applications.

Who We Are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.