About Us
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is a diverse and transformational health organization composed of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.
As the first of its kind in Canada, FNHA partners with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making, ultimately improving health outcomes.
FNHA is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025.
This position may qualify for a recruitment and retention incentive of up to $31,000. To learn more about this incentive and check your eligibility, please reach out to the nursing team at nursingcareers@fnha.ca
Please Note: Travel (from anywhere in Canada) and accommodation will be provided for this role. Rotation length is flexible.
Location: Gitga’at, Gitxaala, Kitasoo, Kwadacha, Lax Kw’Alaams, Tsay Keh Dene, Ulkatcho
What We Offer
- Retention Allowance: Up to $16,500
- Recruitment Allowance: Up to $16,500
- Education Allowance: Up to $3,850
- Health Spending Account: $1,100
- Nurse in Charge (NIC) Allowance: Up to $6,000 per year for Community Health Nurses (CHN Level 4)
- Remote Certified Practice Allowance: Up to $6,000 per year ($23.00/day)
- Weather-Protective Clothing Allowance: Reimbursement up to $1,200
- Extensive Health and Dental Benefits: Offered day 1 of employment
- Robust Pension Plan
These fantastic allowances add up to an additional $16 per hour on top of your regular wage!
The pay range listed is the minimum (Step 1) and maximum (highest Step) annual base salary based on full-time equivalent hours.
About the Role
As a Community Health Nurse, you will work in an expanded scope of practice to provide primary care, public health, health promotion, and emergency care for First Nations individuals, families, and communities, including after-hours on-call care. FNHA has nursing stations located throughout the province, serving both coastal and northern communities. Nursing stations are staffed by 2 to 4 nurses working in full-time, part-time, or casual positions. Nurses in nursing stations fly in and out of remote communities on a flexible 2-week, 3-week or 4-week rotation.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A bachelor's degree in nursing
- Current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
- Working towards or holding a Remote Certified (RNC) designation with BCCNM is preferred; must have emergency and/or critical care experience
- Current CPR certification for Health Care Providers (HCP)
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License
- An understanding of First Nations cultural principles and protocols