Forensic Nurse Examiner (RN/RPN)

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Campbell River, Courtenay; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Forensic Nurse Examiner (RN/RPN) for casual work across Campbell River and Comox Valley areas. The role requires providing forensic nursing and SANE services to patients, with travel between sites a regular duty.

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN or RPN is required, along with two years of nursing experience and eligibility for a recognized Forensic Nurse Examiner program. A valid BC driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN.
• Two years recent nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for completion of a recognized Sexual Assault/Forensic Nurse Examiner program and prerequisites.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive forensic nursing and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) services to patients.
• Collaborate with Clinical Nurse Leader to improve patient safety and quality of care.
• Travel between multiple sites as a regular operational requirement.

Skills

Therapeutic interviewing

Ethical nursing practice

Forensic nursing knowledge

Minimal supervision

On-call and evening hours

Self-directed learning

Collaboration with health/legal teams

Care prioritization

Equipment operation

Ability to perform physical duties

Education

BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration (RN/RPN)

Job description

Forensic Nurse Examiner (RN/RPN) - (228108)

Campbell River Hospital (CRG) - Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1 CA (Primary)
Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

n/a

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

n/a

Planned Start Date

Apr. 13 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)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

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.

Independently and in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Leader, the Forensic Nurse Examiner provides comprehensive forensic nursing and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) to patients.

Travel is required of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN registrant. Two (2) years recent nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Eligible for completion of a recognized Sexual Assault/Forensic Nurse Examiner program and any required course pre-requisites. Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate therapeutic interviewing and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate applied principles of ethical nursing practice.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of legislation applicable to forensic nursing.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work on-call and evening hours as needed.
• Ability and motivation to demonstrate self-directed learning
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of professionals from the health and legal professions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize patient care.
• Ability to operate job related equipment.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position.

Looking for nurses specifically within the Comox / Campbell River area, as well as Port Hardy and Port McNeill.