Island Health·Chemainus, British Columbia
Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients/clients in Oceanside Health Centre Urgent Care. Provide care in accordance with unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, and policies. Practice in accordance with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards for Nursing Practice. Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date Location Chemainus Health Care Centre (CHCC) - Chemainus, BC V0R 1K1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-2000 / 1000-2000 / 0800-1800 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE n/a Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS n/a Planned Start Date Jun. 29 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No 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 Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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. Reports to the Manager or designate. Plans and provides direct nursing care to clients/patients in Oceanside Health Centre Urgent Care 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.
Clinical knowledge and skills related to Emergency Department or Urgent Care.
Two (2) years' recent related experience in emergency or urgent care clinical areas.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal/external contacts including co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patients, residents, and families.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check required for professional registration (CRC required? section indicates required for professional registration)
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.