Specialty Education, Registered Nurse (rn), Emergency

Northern Health; Hazelton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hazelton is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Med Surg department at Wrinch Memorial Hospital. The role involves delivering compassionate patient care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold a nursing degree and be registered with the BCCNM. The ideal candidate is adaptable, skilled in client assessments, and committed to evidence-based practice. This position offers various benefits, including comprehensive health packages and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the BCCNM.
• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty as required by the position.
• Ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide appropriate nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of client care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver client-centered care.
• Respond to changing health care needs.

Skills

Client assessments

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Cultural sensitivity

Client education

Time management

Evidence-based practice

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing

Current practicing registration with the BCCNM

Emergency/ED specialty preparation

CPR certification (within 3 years)

Job description

Overview

Position Summary

Currently accepting applications for the January 2026 program intake. We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in the Med Surg department at Wrinch Memorial Hospital. The RN practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) within a patient- and family-centered care model. Rural general practice includes working in a variety of clinical settings, with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of client care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Rural community hospitals provide a wide range of services and may require the RN to be competent in multiple clinical settings. This job description addresses various scenarios where nurses are required to work in one or more areas requiring advanced training and experience. Actual start date and hours of work vary as education is ongoing throughout 2025/2026. Contact [e-mail] for information.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of client care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver client-centered care.
• Respond to changing health care needs and apply nursing science in practice.
• Demonstrate a specialized body of knowledge and base practice on related sciences and humanities.
• Adapt to working in multiple clinical settings as required by the location.

Clinical Setting

Wrinch Memorial Hospital provides teaching opportunities for Medical Students, Nurse Practitioner Students and Medical Residents, serving a population of 8,000 with a range of services including:

• Nine Complex Care beds; One Respite bed; 13 Acute Care beds
• Dental Clinic; Laboratory; Wrinch Medical Clinic
• One secure psychiatric observation room; Medical Imaging, including ultrasound
• Retail Pharmacy On-site; Public Health; Mental Health and Substance Use
• Skeena Place Assisted Living; Home and Community Care support services
• Visiting specialists include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Gynecology, Rheumatology, Pediatrics, Urology, MyoActivation Pain Clinic, Neurology (coming soon)
• Pre- and Post-Natal outreach; Chronic Disease Management

The Hazeltons

The Upper Skeena communities are on the unceded traditional territory of the Gitxsan Nation and include Hazelton, New Hazelton and surrounding areas with a rich Indigenous history and culture. The area is referenced here for context on the region served by Northern Health.

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 for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Outdoor activities and short commutes within BC
• Loan Forgiveness Programs through Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

Important Note and Application Documentation

As part of your application process, upload:

• Registration number (if part of a regulated profession)
• Education/qualifications documents
• Program certificates or diplomas; transcripts
• A cover letter and resume is recommended

Are you an International Applicant?

Please follow steps on the Northern Health careers page before applying.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the BCCNM.
• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty as required by the position.
• Emergency/ED specialty preparation or equivalent; CPR within three years.
• Perinatal: Advanced preparation in Perinatal specialty; current Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 2 years; CPR within three years.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments and provide appropriate nursing care.
• Effective communication with clients, families, staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to synthesize data from multiple sources and problem-solve.
• Promote client-focused care with cultural sensitivity and advocacy.
• Ability to educate clients and others about health topics.
• Time and resource management; collaboration across disciplines.
• Apply evidence-based practice and integrate knowledge across disciplines.
• Operate related equipment and computer applications; physical ability to perform duties.