Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients and residents in hospital or community settings..
Provide care in accordance with unit and program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and British Columbia nursing practice standards..
Continuously improve quality and safety in all aspects of the position..
Organize assigned workload and set priorities..
Communicate effectively with patients, residents, families, physicians, coworkers, and community agency representatives.
Close Date Location Saanich Peninsula Hospital (SPH) - Victoria, BC V8M 2B2 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 Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.58 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 41.25 Planned Start Date Aug. 6 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Nov. 22 2026 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, 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. Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in the hospital or in the community in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the CRNBC Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.
Current practicing membership with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives..
Two years of recent related clinical experience applying relevant nursing skills and theoretical knowledge..
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing..
Ability to organize workload and set priorities..
Ability to work effectively with internal and external contacts..
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position..
Criminal Record Check required for work involving children or vulnerable adults..
Professional registration 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.