REGISTERED NURSE (RN), PRE-ADMISSION

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

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse for the Dawson Creek & District Hospital. The position involves delivering compassionate patient care, performing pre-admission assessments, and assisting in teaching and discharge planning. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and moving expense support. Join as the community transitions to a larger, state-of-the-art hospital opening in 2027. Enjoy spectacular outdoor activities in a vibrant region.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks vacation with service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Must have a registration number if part of a regulated profession.
• Supporting documents regarding education and qualifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care to Daycare and hospital patients.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments consistent with nursing standards.
• Assist in teaching and discharge planning.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Pre-admission assessment

Teaching and discharge planning

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Relevant education/qualifications

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.

In accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, responsible for providing pre-admission assessment, teaching and discharge planning that is consistent with current standards of nursing practice to: Daycare Surgery Patients (DCS), same day surgery patients (SDS), and patients that are admitted to hospital before O.R. (elective surgical admissions). The pre-admission clinic (PAC) provides an opportunity to deal with all pre-admission activities in one visit.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Monday to Thursday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00

Hospital Services

Dawson Creek & District Hospital is a full service community hospital that provides 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. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind, the new hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility! To learn more, visit Let's Talk DCDH.

Dawson Creek offers wide blue skies and rolling foothills of the Northern Rockies. The city is also known as the Mile Zero City, marking the start of the Alaska Highway, a 2,400 km long highway connecting Alaska and the Yukon to Western Canada and the United States. Dawson Creek has a population of approximately 12,500 and provides primary service to a population of approximately 20,000, helping serve the larger population of the Peace River Region of 60,000.

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, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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