Registered Nurse, Critical Care

Northern Health is accepting applications for a permanent full time critical care nurse for Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Who we are
Northern Health leads the way in promoting health and providing health services for Northern and rural populations of Northern BC. Through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations, we provide exceptional health services for Northerners. Our value statements guide decisions and actions and include: Empathy - Respect - Collaboration - Innovation.

What you can expect

  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Supportive work environment
  • 4 weeks paid vacation
  • Health & Dental Coverage
  • Pension Plan
  • Relocation Assistance for eligible positions
  • Spectacular outdoor activities
  • Short commutes
  • Affordable housing market
  • Shift Rotation/hours of work: Monday – Friday, Days 0:800 – 16:00

Job Summary
The ER/ICU RN identifies, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care to assist patients in meeting their physical, social, and psychological needs in the Emergency and Critical Care environment.  Nursing practice is guided by the vision and values of Northern Health, BCCNM Standards of Nursing Practice and Code of Ethics.  The Registered Nurse will use Northeast Health Services Area and Dawson Creek and District Hospital approved policies, procedures and protocols.

Top 4 Key Responsibilities

  • Determines client status and response to actual and potential health problems, plans interventions, performs and evaluates planned interventions.
  • Administers medications based on patient status and physicians’ orders.  Assesses charts and reports patient responses to medications to physician.
  • Provides direct nursing care by performing duties such as personal hygiene, monitoring vital signs, wound care, management of intravenous, chest drainage and assisting physician with other medical / surgical procedures.
  • Provides direct nursing interventions for management of crisis and life threatening situations and violent and aggressive behavior.

Job Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse with current practicing registration with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia.
  • Current Level C CPR certification.  ACLS, CTAS required or acquired within twelve (12) months from date of hire.
  • One years recent related experience working in an Emergency Department and / or a Critical Care Unit.  Two years recent related medical/surgical experience or equivalent experiences 
  • Completion of; or willingness to enroll in a post-graduate Critical Care or Emergency Department Course.
  • Up to date certification in TNCC and ENPC is an asset.
  • Must be willing to attain in house certification courses as required.

To apply for this position or for more information, send your resume and cover letter to Shannon.Rodrigues@northernhealth.ca