Island Health·Courtenay, British Columbia
Provide comprehensive assessment of patients/clients/residents, including diagnosing diseases, disorders and conditions.
Initiate treatment including health care management and therapeutic interventions.
Prescribe medications in accordance with statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions, policy and guidelines.
Provide professional guidance to other health professionals and practice autonomously and interdependently within an interdisciplinary health care team.
Collaborate with patients/clients/residents and interdisciplinary team members to identify and assess trends and patterns affecting patients, families and communities.
Develop and implement population and evidence-based strategies to improve health.
Participate in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices.
Participate in peer review and self review to evaluate outcomes at patient/client/resident, community and population levels.
Supervise other staff and evaluate the care they deliver.
Provide education, coaching, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to others.
Make referrals to physicians and other health professionals as appropriate
Close Date Aug. 31 2026 Location Comox Valley Nursing Centre - Primary Care (CVNC) - Courtenay, BC V9N 1R2 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1630 Days Off Weekend/Stats, Friday Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $76.61 - $84.27 Paid FTE 0.84 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 60 Planned Start Date Aug. 24 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Jan. 4 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) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) 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. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for the comprehensive assessment of patients/clients/residents including diagnosing diseases, disorders and conditions. The Nurse practitioner initiates treatment including health care management, therapeutic interventions and prescribes medications in accordance with the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions, policy and guidelines. The Nurse Practitioner provides professional guidance to other health professionals and practices autonomously and interdependently within the context of an interdisciplinary health care team, making referrals to physicians and others as appropriate. This position collaborates with patients/clients/residents and other members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and asses trends and patterns that have implications for patients/clients/residents, families and communities; develops and implement population and evidence based strategies to improve health and participates in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices. The position participates in peer review and self review to evaluate the outcome of services at the patient/client/resident, community and population level.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing NP registrant.
Two (2) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families regarding health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis.
Ability to collaborate, consult with, and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.
Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature and apply best practices.
Ability to assess and recognize population health trends and plan and implement prevention and health promotion strategies.
Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
Ability to supervise other and evaluate the care they deliver.
Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
Ability to self-direct and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others.
Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues in patient/client/resident care.
Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for professional development.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Market context
In British Columbia, advanced-practice nurse practitioner roles are typically in demand where employers need clinicians who can assess, diagnose, and manage care across complex patient needs. These positions are competitive because they usually require active BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration, recent relevant clinical experience, and strong collaboration skills with patients, families, and care teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to the specific clinical setting.