Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Plan and provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients in a hospital setting.
Follow unit and program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and professional nursing standards.
Promote continuous quality improvement and patient safety.
Organize assigned workload and set priorities.
Communicate and collaborate with patients, families, physicians, coworkers, and community agency representatives
Close Date Location Victoria General Hospital (VGH) - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1900/1900-0700 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.87 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 61.88 Planned Start Date Sep. 12 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Feb. 7 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, 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, the Registered Nurse - Pediatrics plans and provides direct nursing care to patients in the hospital in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.
Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing registered nurse.
Current CPR Basic Rescuer certification.
Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of children from newborn to 16 years.
Up to two years of recent acute pediatric experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
New nursing graduates must have completed a Collaborative Learning Unit or final preceptorship in Pediatric Inpatient.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check 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.