Island Health·Nanaimo, British Columbia
Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in the hospital. Follow unit and program philosophies, competency guidelines, policies, and professional nursing standards. Support patient safety and continuous quality improvement. Communicate and collaborate with patients, residents, families, physicians, coworkers, and community agency representatives
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, 07:30-19:45, 19:30-07:45 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.82 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 58.12 Planned Start Date Dec. 1 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) Yes
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 BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.
Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing registered nurse.
Minimum 2 years of recent critical care nursing experience or completion of an accredited critical care course.
Demonstrated arrhythmia interpretation ability, evidenced by a score of 75% on the VIHA ECG Challenge exam.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support is an asset.
Continuous renal replacement therapy experience is an asset.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
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.