Position Summary
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Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our Medical/Surgical Department at the Nicola Valley Health Centre in beautiful Merritt, BC. If emergency nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated registered nurse interested in working in a beautiful rural setting, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job
The Registered Nurse:
• Provides nursing care to patients in a variety of clinical settings, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned
This is a Relief Part Time (0.75 FTE) opportunity until May 8, 2026, or the return of the incumbent.
Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights; rotating from 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 hours.
About this location/unit
The Nicola Valley Health Centre has an 11 bed ER and sees 50-60 patients a day. The Emergency department is open 24/7 with 2 RNs in the ER.
Merritt offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure, cultural charm, and western hospitality in the southern interior of British Columbia. Known as the Country Music Capital of Canada, this vibrant town is home to the Canadian Country Music Hall of Honour.
Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the breathtaking natural landscapes of Nicola Valley, offering boundless opportunities for hiking and biking along extensive trail networks. For those with a penchant for angling, the region boasts plenty of pristine lakes brimming with diverse species of fish. Just a short drive away lies Nicola Lake, providing a refreshing oasis for boating, swimming, picnicking, and lounging along its peaceful shores.
History buffs can immerse themselves in the region's rich heritage at the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives, while art lovers can browse local galleries showcasing the work of talented artists.
With its warm community spirit and stunning scenery, Merritt offers an unforgettable escape into the heart of British Columbia's wilderness.
See why working in Merritt as a healthcare professional is such a great opportunity!
Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you. Apply Today!
Qualifications
• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the assigned area as required by the position:
o Emergency – Advanced preparation in an ED clinical specialty or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
o Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 3 years
Comments
Interior Health now offers assistance from an Indigenous Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and if you would like assistance with the application process and/or career exploration, send your question(s) via email to IndigenousEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to be redirected to the Employment Advisor. We invite applicants to self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resumes.