The Opportunity
Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department team at Dawson Creek and District Hospital. This dynamic role involves providing emergency care to patients of all ages in a fast-paced, team-based care environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with physicians and emergency nurses, supported by telemedicine tools and flexible scheduling. Advanced certifications required: ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and CASTED.
Key Responsibilities
Assess and manage CTAS 1 – 5 patients.
Collaborate with physicians and emergency department nurses to deliver high-quality emergency care.
Utilize PowerChart or paper-based documentation systems.
Engage with virtual services to support emergency care delivery.
Contribute to a team-based approach to emergency medicine.
About the community
Wide blue skies and the rolling foothills of the Northern Rockies surround Dawson Creek. The city is also known as the Mile Zero City, as it marks the start of the Alaska Highway, a 2,400 km long highway connecting Alaska and the Yukon to Western Canada and the United States. Dawson Creek has a population of approximately 12,500. It provides primary service to a population of approximately 20,000 and helps serve the larger population of the Peace River Region of 60,000. There are eleven elementary schools, one middle school and one secondary school. The Northern Lights College provides adult education. Check out Dawson Creek for more information about this community where the northern lights shine.
About the Hospital
Dawson Creek and District Hospital is a full-service community hospital that provides services to Dawson Creek and surrounding communities. It has 31 Acute Care beds and 15 regional adult psychiatric beds. Dawson Creek is the Orthopaedic Trauma and Surgical Centre for the Northeast Region of BC. Services include:
- Emergency
- ICU
- Day Surgery
- Respiratory Therapy
- Primary Care
- Acute Care
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Laboratory
Visiting specialists including:
- Urology
- Dermatology
- Pediatrics
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
**Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027.
This state-of-the-art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind, the new hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility! To learn more, visit Let's Talk DCDH.
Salary Range
New Graduate NP - $149,382
1 Year Experience - $156,851
2 Years Experience - $164,320
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
