Island Health·Port Alberni, British Columbia
Deliver personal care to patients according to an established plan of care.
Meet patients' identified physical, emotional, and therapeutic rehabilitative needs.
Provide care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary health care team.
Document vital signs and care provided.
Maintain equipment and supplies
Close Date Location West Coast General Hospital (WCGH) - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 07-1500,15-2300,08-1554 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $31.64 - $31.64 Paid FTE 0.74 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 55.50 Planned Start Date Jul. 11 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) Yes
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator or designate, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary health care team and in accordance with an established plan of care, the Patient Care Aide delivers personal care to patients to meet their identified physical, emotional, therapeutic rehabilitative needs; documents vital signs and care provided; maintains equipment and supplies.
Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to operate related equipment (including a computer).
Keyboarding ability (30 wpm).
Criminal Record Check required (CRC required)
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.