Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department and Primary Care team at Fort Nelson General Hospital. This dynamic role involves providing emergency care to patients of all ages in a fast-paced, team-based care environment. In addition, this position offers flexibility and the chance to provide longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages. The NP will attach a patient panel and contribute to a collaborative, culturally safe care environment supported by physicians, other nurse practitioners, primary care assistants, and an interprofessional team.

Virtual specialist consultation services and telemedicine technologies are available to support clinical decision-making and enhance access to expertise. Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary emergency department team to provide safe, patient-centered, high-quality care.

Engage with virtual specialist services to support timely, high-quality emergency care delivery.

Deliver longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population.

Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and care coordination.

Participate in team-based primary care and contribute to quality improvement initiative

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Fort Nelson General Hospital

Community:

More about Northern Health

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region.



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, person-centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

Current Graduate NP - $149,382

~Flexible scheduling options.

Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service

Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.

Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Completion of BCCNM approved Master’s degree level nurse practitioner program.

Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis.

Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.

Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion.

Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/resident/client care.

Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.

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📌 Nurse Practitioner - Primary Health Care (Nelson)
🏢 Northern Health
📍 Nelson