REGISTERED NURSE (RN), OPERATING ROOM

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 Wrinch Memorial Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position directs the activities of designated staff in the Operating Room (OR)/Post Anesthesia Recovery (PAR)/ Sterile Processing Department (SPD), acts as a clinical resource to the nursing staff in these areas, and is responsible for the clinical management of the above areas (OR/PAR/SPD).

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

Qualfications
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Post basic training and/or two years recent related clinical experience in an OR/PAR setting or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to provide guidance and motivation for staff.
• Ability to teach nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain current knowledge in trends and developments in OR/PAR/SPD nursing through literature educational programs and involvement in professional groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including coworkers, physician, community agencies representatives, patients, and families.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Wrinch Memorial Hospital

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through The Hazeltons

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