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The Nurse Practitioner will assess and manage patients across CTAS 1–5 and work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary emergency department team. They will utilize documentation systems and engage with virtual specialist services to support emergency care delivery.
Requirements
Advanced certifications such as ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and CASTED are required for this position. The successful candidate should have experience in providing high-quality, patient-centered care in an emergency setting.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Patient Assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Documentation
- Telemedicine
- Patient-Centered Care
- ACLS
- PALS
- ATLS
- Casted
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation And Benefits
- Supportive Team Environment With Mentorship Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- Comprehensive Orientation And Ongoing Clinical Support
- Professional Development Funds
- Financial Support For Moving Expenses
- Four Weeks Of Vacation
- Loan Forgiveness Programs
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Nurse Practitioner
- Emergency Department
- Fort Nelson General Hospital
- Patient Care
- Interdisciplinary Team
- Virtual Specialist Consultation
- Telemedicine Technologies
- PowerChart
- Documentation Systems
- CTAS
- ACLS
- PALS
- ATLS
- Casted
- Emergency Medicine
- Health Services
- Northern Health
Original job description
Opportunity
Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department 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.
The successful candidate will work closely with an interdisciplinary emergency department team, including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Virtual specialist consultation services and telemedicine technologies are available to support clinical decision-making and enhance access to expertise. The position offers adaptable scheduling options to support service delivery and work-life balance. Advanced certifications required include ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and CASTED.
Key Responsibilities
Assess and manage patients across CTAS 1–5,
Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary emergency department team to provide safe, patient-centered, high-quality care.
Utilize PowerChart or paper-based documentation systems.
Engage with virtual specialist services to support timely, high-quality emergency care delivery.
Contribute to a team-based approach to emergency medicine.
Facility
Where you will be working:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through: https://www.northernhealth.ca/our-communities/fort-nelson
Community
Fort Nelson offers a unique lifestyle appealing to those who enjoy the outdoors. The town has essential amenities, including the hospital, schools, a public library, and a recreation complex. The downtown area has various stores, restaurants, cafes, and a year-round farmers’ market. Fort Nelson housing includes a mix of single-family homes and rental options, with new Indigenous-led developments planned for 2026. The economy is still largely tied to natural resources, with oil and gas, forestry, and tourism serving as major industries.
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.
Salary Range
New Graduate NP - $149,382
1 Year Experience - $156,851
2 Years Experience - $164,320
Incentives & Support
Competitive Compensation And Benefits.
Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities
Flexible scheduling options.
Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support.
Professional development funds are available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work.
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
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.
