Island Health·Nanaimo, British Columbia
Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients in the Operating Room in accordance with unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, and policies. Practices in accordance with the CRNBC Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia. Continuously improves quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date Location Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) - Nanaimo, BC V9S 2B7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 07:30-15:30, 09:30-17:30, 10:00-18:00, 23:15-07:15 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.61 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 43.75 Planned Start Date Aug. 17 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Aug. 15 2027 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) Yes
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 patients/ in the Operating Room in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the CRNBC Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
Recognized Peri-operative Program or recent operating room experience essential.
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 (co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patients, residents, families).
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check required (CRC required)
Market context
In British Columbia, Registered Nurse - Operating Room roles are typically competitive because employers look for current BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration plus recognized peri-operative training or recent OR experience. Candidates with strong surgical teamwork, sterile technique, and the ability to adapt quickly to fast-paced procedures are often well positioned. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your peri-operative experience is clearly reflected in your application.