SPECIALTY EDUCATION, REGISTERED NURSE (RN), CRITICAL CARE

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a motivated Registered Nurse for its Critical Care department at Fort St. John Hospital. The role involves assessing and treating ICU patients while engaging in a specialized training program. Successful candidates will receive funding for tuition and need to commit to further education and an 18-month service post-training.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health/dental

Moving expenses support for eligible roles

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Loan forgiveness programs available

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with critical care training.
• Commitment to 4-6 months of training including online and in-person learning.
• Must complete the education program prior to working in ICU.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients in the ICU unit.
• Participate in ongoing education and training.
• Complete prerequisite courses as required for the training program.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Knowledge of critical care

Education

Registered Nurse certification

Job description

Do you have a passion for nursing? Do you want to extend your nursing knowledge? We have a training opportunity that may interest you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication to delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in the Critical Care department at Fort St. John Hospital.

Under the direction of the Manager, Med/Surg; ICU; In-patients, you will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients presenting in the ICU Unit.

Skills

Developed by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), ECCO is an accredited program used within BC health authorities for over two decades. The program starts with the 14-hour AACN Essentials of ECG and Dysrhythmia Monitoring, followed by a 7-week theory portion that includes evidence-based online modules, in-class review, skills labs, simulation, and clinical practicum to introduce learners to critical care nursing. Week 8 covers Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR), providing essential skills for safe patient care in critical settings. Week 9 focuses on pediatric care, including Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), with additional labs, simulation, and theory days tailored to the unique needs of the geographic area and patient transfer capabilities within NH.

Details of Northern Health In-House Critical Care Training Program:

• Three training positions available for 2025/2026
• Funding and placement support for tuition, textbooks, and travel expenses for clinical placements
• Pre-requisite courses through part-time distance education may be required prior to starting
• Expected commitment of 4–6 months, including online and in-person learning
• Additional study outside scheduled hours will be necessary
• Flexibility for practicums is essential
• Applicants must complete the education program before working in the department
• Post-completion, an 18-month return of service in a relevant nursing position is required
• Qualified applicants will be prioritized for specialty positions; unqualified applicants may receive training with provided support

Start date and hours vary as education is ongoing throughout 2025/2026. Contact [e-mail] for more info.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre features 44 acute care beds, 124 residential beds, and handles approximately 22,000 ER visits annually. The hospital includes:

• Endoscopy suite and two state-of-the-art operating rooms
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• Three intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• Seven maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum

Fort St. John, known as “The Energetic City,” is situated above the Peace River Valley and serves as the regional hub with a population of over 21,400, supporting a broader area of approximately 70,000. The community offers a cultural centre, library, theatre, art spaces, schools, and a college campus. Discover more about this vibrant community!

What Northern Health Offers

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for full-time and part-time employees; casuals can opt-in
• Three to four weeks of vacation after one year of service
• Moving expenses support for eligible roles
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development
• Outdoor activities and short commutes
• Loan forgiveness programs through federal and BC governments for eligible professions

Application Requirements

Upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if regulated)
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as certificates, diplomas, transcripts
• Optional: cover letter and resume

International applicants should review steps on the Northern Health careers page before applying.