Job Description

Position Summary

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 Bulkley Valley District Hospital.



In accordance with the established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family-centered care model.


The Registered Nurse (RN) practices in a variety of clinical settings, and working collaboratively with the interprofessional care team, provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care to patients in an acute medical unit

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)

Bulkley Valley District Hospital

is a 24-bed Acute Care facility,

which integrates home and community care into one facility. Some of the services include:

Emergency/outpatient Medical Surgical Maternity Palliative Care Psychiatric Observation Unit Laboratory Pediatric services Radiology (X-ray, Mammography, Ultrasound) Home and Community Care Community Cancer Clinic Diverse programs of visiting specialists and surgeons

Smithers

Smithers is located in the picturesque Bulkley Valley surrounded by three mountain ranges which provide a backdrop for the town's Alpine setting. The main industries include forestry, tourism, transportation and agriculture. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school, one alternate format school for grades 9-12 and Coast Mountain College. Check out Smithers 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

Are you an International Applicant? Before

applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

Qualifications

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing RN registrant.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/ prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions. Ability to communicate effectively with the patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and the members of the interprofessional team using verbal, written and computer communication means. Ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve effectively. Ability to promote resident-focused care that demonstrates care for and with residents and significant others, sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences, resident advocacy and social justice concerns. Ability to transmit information intended to instruct patients, families/care givers and others about topics essential to health care and well-being. Ability to organize and prioritize work. Promotes staff morale, cooperation, assertiveness and risk-taking, creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self. Using factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence. Integrates best practice from nursing and health-related disciplines and the humanities, arts and sciences disciplines into professional practice. Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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.

Comments

Competition #:

05712359

Employee Type:

PERMANENT PART TIME (0.46 FTE)

Bargaining Unit:

BCNU

Facility:

BV DIST. HOSP. COMPLEX

Location:

Smithers, BC

Department:

BVH COMBINED MED/SURG

Reports To:

MANAGER

Hourly Wage:

$41.42 - $55.91

Close Date:

OCTOBER 15, 2025






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