Island Health·Courtenay, British Columbia
Provide health promotion, disease prevention, education, assessment, counseling, and consultation services within a population health promotion framework.
Deliver services in communities, homes, schools, and outreach locations to individuals, families, and communities.
Practice nursing using a relational model of care with intentional relational practice skills.
Provide client-centred, trauma-informed, and culturally safe care.
Apply an equity and social justice lens in nursing care and nurse-client relationships.
Apply community nursing theories (e.g., Parse's Theory of Nursing).
Engage in structured reflective practice within the practice environment.
Use the nursing process and public health principles to support health-enhancing behaviours through universal and targeted interventions.
Organize and prioritize workload and work effectively with limited direction as part of the team.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing and maintain positive working relationships with clients, coworkers, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners.
Travel between multiple sites and use a personal vehicle as required
Close Date Location Comox Valley Public Health Unit (CVCHC) - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1230:1230-1630; 0830-1630; 0830-1930; 1130-1930; 1530-1930 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Aug. 20 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent 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. Reporting to the Manager or designate (Clinical Coordinator), and in accordance with established guidelines, the Public Health Nurse (PHN) functions as an integral member of the Public Health team and provides health promotion, disease prevention, education, assessment, counseling and consultation services to individuals, groups and communities within the framework of population health promotion. Services are offered in communities, homes, schools and outreach locations to individuals, families and communities. Travel and the use of a personal vehicle are requirements of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment.
Graduation from a recognized nursing program with a community or public health component.
Two years' recent (within the last three years) related experience working with children, youth and families (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
Completion of the BCCDC online Immunization Course and Exam and hold a certificate from a College Level Post Baccalaureate course in Breastfeeding (practical and theoretical components).
Completion of Cultural Safety Course.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Ability to practice nursing within a relational model of care and provide client-centred, trauma-informed, culturally safe care.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation (Public Health Act, School Act, Infants Act).
Ability to operate related equipment and function in a computerized environment using a range of software programs.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Availability requires weekend day and Wednesday evening.
Vehicle required for the position; travel between multiple sites may be required.
CRC required (criminal record check) due to working with or having access to children or vulnerable adults
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.