Island Health·Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Provide professional nursing care to patients between the Acute Care Unit and the Emergency Department as required.
Coordinate and administer direct patient care using the nursing process.
Provide direction to staff and volunteers.
Respond to emergency situations to safeguard patients, visitors, and staff in accordance with unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, and policies.
Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date Location Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 07:00-19:00, 19:00-07:00 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.66 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 46.75 Planned Start Date Aug. 4 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 the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient 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, the Registered Nurse works between the Acute Care Unit and the Emergency Department as required; provides professional nursing care to patients as a member of a multidisciplinary team; is responsible and accountable for coordinating and administering direct patient care utilizing the nursing process; provides direction to staff and volunteers; and responds to emergency situations to safeguard patients, visitors and staff in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives professional and practice standards..
Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.
Advanced preparation in emergency and/or obstetrics specialty training.
Two (2) years' recent related experience in medical/surgical, obstetrics, emergency/urgent care, neonatal resuscitation, emergency pediatrics, or an equivalent combination.
CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Ability to apply the nursing process effectively, communicate effectively, physically perform duties, and remain calm in stressful/emergency situations
Market context
Registered Nurse positions in British Columbia are typically competitive across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, especially where recent clinical experience and unit-specific certification are required. Candidates often stand out by matching their BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration, recent related experience, and any specialty credentials to the posting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit and save time comparing the original job description.