Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients/residents in the hospital or in the community in accordance with unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.
Complete theory and practicum training for the specified Island Health specialty department (Perioperative/Operating Room).
Attend full-time post-basic training program (Aug-Dec 2026) including theory and clinical courses completion.
Upon completion of training, be placed into a regular full time rotation line in the specialty department trained for.
Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date May. 22 2026 Location Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0730-1530 for SPED, all other shifts once successful completion of program. Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Aug. 10 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
This position represents a regular full time training opportunity (theory and practicum) to prepare staff to work in the specified Island Health specialty department. Upon completion of the training the staff member will be placed into a regular full time rotation line in the specialty department that they have been trained for. (Please note: There is an 18 month return of service requirement as a regular/permanent employee within the Island Health specialty department for which they have been trained.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
Recent related medical and/or surgical experience.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check required for professional registration (CRC required? marked as required for professional registration)
Market context
Perioperative operating room RN training in British Columbia is often competitive because employers look for current BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration, recent medical or surgical experience, and strong prioritization and communication skills. This role includes sponsored tuition and books, plus paid release and a regular full-time rotation, so candidates should review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm their OR experience and registration details before applying.