REGISTERED NURSE (RN), POST ANESTHETIC RECOVERY

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join their team at University Hospital of Northern BC. The role involves assessing, planning, and implementing patient care within quality management standards, offering a comprehensive benefits package and competitive vacation time. This position resides in Prince George, providing opportunities in a growing healthcare environment with numerous community benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Four weeks vacation

Employer-paid training

Financial support for moving expenses

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid registration number.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and planning patient care.
• Implementing nursing practice activities.
• Evaluating patient care and nursing practices.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Assessment and planning

Evaluation of nursing practice

Education

Registered Nurse certification

Job description

Overview

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 University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC).

Reporting to the Manager or designate, the staff nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and nursing practice activities within the framework of quality management and in accordance with hospital’s standards. The role is defined by the needs of the Hospital, a select patient/family population, agency expectation and the standards of professional nursing practice.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings - 11:00 to 19:00, 15:00 to 23:00, Rotating

About UHNBC

University Hospital Of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest acute care facility within the Northern Health Region and a hub for specialized health services. It is also a teaching hospital.

• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT and other institutions.

UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations and new equipment since 2001, including:

• Patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU
• State-of-the-art maternal-child care centre (including a single room neonatal ICU)
• Facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training
• MRI unit

UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, featuring a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy.

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.

Prince George

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies create opportunities for investors, employers and employees. The city offers affordable housing, favorable commuting times and one of the lowest costs of living for its size in the province. It is the 4th largest city in BC with a population of approximately 82,300 and serves a regional population of nearly 320,000. It is home to the University of Northern British Columbia, Canada’s Green University.

Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

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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