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Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in Primary Care.In accordance with Northern Healths vision of an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Care where people and their families receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by interprofessional teams, the Primary Care Nurse (PCN) practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) functions as a member of the interprofessional team and applies best practices to provide competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, schools, and communities. The PCN provides care that includes clinical follow up according to the persons primary Care Plan and the persons personal goals of care to inform plans of care developed collaboratively with the interprofessional team. The Primary Care Nurse will provide direct clinical care and services to individuals, groups, and communities.Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BCs family physicians, the regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners are working together in their local communities and collectively to redesign B.C.s primary and community care system so that it works better for patients and health-care providers.Primary And Community CareNorthern Healths approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings, and will result in better long-term health outcomes.The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus.What Northern Health has to offer you!Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous serviceFinancial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positionsEmployee referral programEmployer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesSpectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BCLoan Forgiveness Programs are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.Important NoteAs part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.Examples may include:Program certificates or diplomasHigh school/college/university transcripts etc.It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume #J-18808-Ljbffr