Specialty Education, Registered Nurse (rn), Neonatal Intensive Care

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Ksyen Regional Hospital in Terrace, Canada. This role emphasizes patient care and nursing practice, offering a training opportunity that includes funding support for tuition and relocation. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills, a valid nursing registration, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs available

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid BC college registration.
• Postgraduate courses within the last five years.
• Ability to handle emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and evaluate patient care.
• Deliver compassionate patient care in a NICU setting.
• Maintain effective working relationships with healthcare team.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Emergency intervention

Public relations

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Postgraduate courses in nursing

Job description

Position Summary

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 for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit department at Ksyen Regional Hospital.

Reporting to the Manager, the staff nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and nursing practice activities within the framework of quality management. The role is defined by the needs of the Hospital, a select patient/family population, agency expectations and the goals for professional nursing practice.

NHNEST – Neonatal Education and Specialty Training

• There are 8 training positions available for 2025/2026
• Northern Health provides placement support and funding for tuition, textbooks, and travel expenses for clinical placements, as required
• Learners should expect to make a 4-6 month commitment for this education, which includes online and in-person learning
• Additional study time, outside of scheduled hours, will be required to successfully complete the program
• Flexibility for practicums is necessary
• Applicants must successfully complete the education program prior to working in the department
• Upon successful completion of the education program, Northern Health requires an eighteen (18) month return of service in a regular position in the area of nursing applicable to the education program
• Qualified applicants will be considered first for specialty positions. If there are no qualified applicants, training lines will be awarded to unqualified applicants and training will be provided

Actual start date & hours of work varies as education is ongoing throughout 2025/2026. Contact [e-mail] for info

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

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 etc.
• 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.
• Postgraduate courses (within last five years) appropriate to service assignment or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to promote safe, competent, patient care.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
• Ability to communicate, and maintain good public relations with family and friends of patients.
• Ability to recognize and intervene appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

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.