Island Health·Duncan, British Columbia
Deliver personal care to patients according to an established plan of care. Meet patients' identified physical, emotional, therapeutic, and rehabilitative needs. Document vital signs and care provided. Maintain equipment and supplies. Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary healthcare team
Close Date Location Cowichan District Hospital (CDH) - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) 3S Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time As required Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $31.64 - $31.64 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Sep. 1 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) Yes
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff 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 or designate, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary health care team and in accordance with an established plan of care, the Patient Care Aide delivers personal care to patients to meet their identified physical, emotional, therapeutic rehabilitative needs; documents vital signs and care provided; maintains equipment and supplies.
Grade 10 education plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Registration with the BC Care Aide Registry is required. Candidates must demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, physical, equipment-operation, computer, and keyboarding skills.
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.