Northern Health·Terrace, British Columbia
Provide direct ICU patient care for clients with various complex health care issues.
Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate nursing care.
Practice in accordance with professional practice standards and code of ethics (BCCNM) and a patient- and family-centered care model.
Collaborate with the interprofessional team.
Deliver specialized intensive care nursing using nursing science and related content.
Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments and clinical/diagnostic reasoning.
Initiate and maintain IV therapy.
Use cardiac monitoring skills and respond appropriately to emergencies.
Communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, and the interprofessional team.
Integrate and evaluate pertinent data to problem-solve.
Promote person-focused care, empathy, cultural sensitivity, patient advocacy, and social justice concerns.
Organize and prioritize work.
Support staff morale and cooperation; contribute to implementation of NH policies/protocols and ongoing professional development
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 Ksyen Regional Hospital. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family centered care model. The Registered Nurse – ICU, working collaboratively with the interprofessional team, plans and provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care to clients with various complex health care issues. The Registered Nurse demonstrates a specialized body of knowledge and bases practice on nursing science and related content from other sciences and humanities. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating) Qualfications
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing RN registrant.
Completion of a recognized specialty program in intensive care nursing or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Skills and Abilities:
Current cardiac monitoring skills.
Ability to determine and deal with emergency situations and make appropriate clinical decisions.
Ability to initiate intravenous therapy and maintain IV lines.
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 person-focused care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, patient 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. Where you will be working: Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Ksyen Regional Hospital Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Terrace More about Northern Health Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing RN registrant.
Completion of a recognized specialty program in intensive care nursing or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Current cardiac monitoring skills.
Ability to determine and deal with emergency situations and make appropriate clinical decisions.
Ability to initiate intravenous therapy and maintain IV lines.
Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessments and provide nursing care through appropriate interventions.
Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and computer communication means.
Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve.
Ability to promote person-focused care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, patient advocacy, and social justice concerns.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.