Do you have a passion for nursing? We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the Fort St. John 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 - Perinatal, working collaboratively with the inter-qualified team, plans and provides direct patient care to obstetrical patients during the intra, postpartum and high-risk antepartum periods and other assigned patients by assessing, planning, providing and evaluating nursing care.

The Registered

Nurse demonstrates a specialized body of knowledge and bases practice on nursing science and related content from other sciences and humanities. Graduation from an approved School of Nursing. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Completion of a recognized Perinatal Nursing specialty program. One (1) year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current Fetal Health Surveillance Course Certificate Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and apply maternal/fetal/newborn theory and expertise to provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety interventions.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional team using verbal, written and electronic communication means. Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.



Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve effectively.

Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being. Ability to use factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice. Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.

Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Fort St.

John Hospital Community: 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.

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. 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.

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants #

📌 Registered Nurse (RN), Shift Nursing (Full Time, Part Time, Casual)
🏢 Northern Health
📍 Fort St. John