Island Health·Tofino, British Columbia
Provide professional nursing care to patients as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Coordinate and administer direct patient care using the nursing process.
Provide direction to staff and volunteers.
Respond to emergency situations to safeguard patients, visitors, and staff.
Continuously improve quality and safety in accordance with unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, and policies.
Practice in accordance with BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards for Nursing Practice
Close Date Location Tofino General Hospital (TGH) - Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 07:30-19:30, 19:30-07:30 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.45 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 31.78 Planned Start Date Jun. 22 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Oct. 10 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Rural Health Manager, the Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients as a member of a multidisciplinary team; is responsible and accountable for coordinating and administering direct patient care utilizing the nursing process; provides direction to staff and volunteers; and responds to emergency situations to safeguard patients, visitors and staff in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards for Nursing Practice.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
Two (2) years' recent related experience including medical/surgical and emergency settings (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Basic Life Support (Level C) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Emergency Room preferred.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Ability to apply the nursing process effectively, communicate effectively, and remain calm in stressful/emergency situations.
Physically able to perform the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check required for professional registration (CRC required)
Market context
Registered Nurse positions in British Columbia are typically competitive across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, especially where recent clinical experience and unit-specific certification are required. Candidates often stand out by matching their BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration, recent related experience, and any specialty credentials to the posting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit and save time comparing the original job description.