Nurse Practitioner (NP) - ED/PC

Position Summary
The Opportunity

Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department and Primary Care team at Tumbler Ridge Health Centre. 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. 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

Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary emergency department team to provide safe, patient-centered, high-quality care.
Assess and manage patients across CTAS 1–5
Utilize PowerChart or paper-based documentation systems.
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.

About the community

Typical small-town hospitality and a welcoming, friendly, work environment combines to make Tumbler Ridge a unique place to pursue a career. Tumbler Ridge has a population of 1,987 people with the main industries being agriculture, forestry, mining, oil and gas extraction. Education facilities include K-12 and a Northern Lights College Campus.
Tumbler Ridge is a unique destination which encompasses both outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking rest, rejuvenation, and tranquility. With accessible year-round recreation opportunities for all ages, interests and abilities, the possibilities are as diverse as the landscapes in which they appear. Tumbler Ridge is known for the approximately fifty hiking trails and countless ATV, snowmobile and mountain bike trails lead to adventure. There are caves, fascinating geological formations, waterfalls, and dinosaur trackways to explore. Tumbler Ridge is known for being the dinosaur capital of BC.

About the Hospital

The Tumbler Ridge Community Health Centre houses all health-related services and is conveniently located downtown near the Community Centre. Services include:
• Medical
• Optometric
• Ambulatory Care
• Public Health
• Counselling
• Emergency Care

Salary Range

New Graduate NP - $145,739
1 Year Experience - $153,026
2 Years Experience - $160,313

Incentives & Support

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees.
Flexible scheduling options.
Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities
Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support.
Professional development funds 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

Qualfications
Education and Experience
- 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).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 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 introduce education and evidence-based research.
- Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion.
- Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
- Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver.
- Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
- Ability to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
- Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others.
- 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.