Intensive Care Nurse

Job summary

Provide and coordinate safe, high-quality nursing care for critically ill and emergency patients, including assessing needs, planning and delivering interventions, and evaluating outcomes. Manage specialized critical care equipment, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, mentor new staff, and perform assigned duties on the Acute Care Unit.

Job details

Do you have a passion for nursing and delivering exceptional patient care? Northern Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Critical Care and Emergency team at Ksyen Regional Hospital in beautiful Terrace, BC. In this dynamic role, you will provide and coordinate patient-centered nursing care in accordance with current professional standards and the clinical specialty of Critical Care and Emergency/Ambulatory Care Nursing. Successful candidates will have the knowledge, confidence, and clinical experience required to work independently in both ICU and Emergency settings while supporting patient care throughout the acute care environment. What You'll Do Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to critically ill and emergency patients. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care interventions. Operate and manage specialized critical care equipment. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes. Support the orientation and mentorship of new staff. Perform designated tasks on the Acute Care Unit as assigned by the Head Nurse/In-Charge. Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)A First in Canada British Columbia is introducing minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) across health authorities, including Northern Health. This groundbreaking initiative supports safer staffing levels, healthier work environments, and improved patient care outcomes. Qualifications Current registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing RN. Minimum two (2) years of medical/surgical experience and/or a Post-Diploma Certificate in Critical Care or Emergency Nursing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. CPR (Basic Life Support) certification. Clinical experience that supports independent practice in both ICU and Emergency settings. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification, or willingness to obtain within one year of hire. Additional Requirement: Applicants without formal Emergency/Critical Care training and/or equivalent experience will be expected to enroll in an Emergency or Critical Care course within six months of receiving the position. Why Choose Northern Health? At Northern Health, you'll be part of a team that values your professional growth, well-being, and work-life balance. We offer: Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Municipal Pension Plan. Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service. Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions. Employee referral incentives. Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities. Access to incredible outdoor recreation and some of the shortest commutes in BC. Federal and Provincial Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions. Join Northern Health and make a difference in the lives of patients, families, and communities across Northern BC. Apply today!

What you’ll do

Provide and coordinate safe, high-quality nursing care for critically ill and emergency patients, including assessing needs, planning and delivering interventions, and evaluating outcomes. Manage specialized critical care equipment, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, mentor new staff, and perform assigned duties on the Acute Care Unit.

Requirements

Applicants must hold current practicing RN registration with BCCNM, CPR/BLS certification, and at least two years of medical/surgical experience, a post-diploma certificate in Critical Care or Emergency Nursing, or an equivalent combination. Candidates need experience supporting independent practice in ICU and Emergency settings, and ACLS certification or willingness to obtain it within one year; those without relevant formal training or equivalent experience must enroll in an Emergency or Critical Care course within six months of hire.

Benefits

• Health And Dental Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Four Weeks Of Vacation After One Year
• Moving Expense Support For Eligible Positions
• Employee Referral Incentives
• Employer-Paid Training
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Federal And Provincial Loan Forgiveness Programs For Eligible Professions

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Critical Care Nursing
• Emergency Nursing
• Patient Assessment
• Care Planning
• Patient Care Implementation
• Care Evaluation
• Critical Care Equipment Management
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Patient-Centered Care
• Staff Orientation And Mentorship
• Independent Clinical Practice
• Acute Care

Job areas

• Healthcare

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