Registered Nurse - NICU

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the NICU department. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality improvement, requiring a proactive approach to nursing care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in neo-natal nursing and be committed to continuous professional development. You will work closely with a dynamic team to provide exceptional care to vulnerable patients, ensuring adherence to established standards and protocols. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of infants and their families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing RN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives is required.
• Graduate or enrollment in a recognized neo-natal nursing specialty program is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in accordance with unit philosophy.
• Ensure patient safety and quality improvement in all aspects of care.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for nursing duties

Education

Registered Nurse with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Graduate of neo-natal nursing specialty program

Current CPR Basic Rescuer certification

Current NRP certification or completion within 1 year

Job description

Victoria General Hospital - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0715-1930/1915-0730

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Jun. 29 2025

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)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

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.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, Department Head or designate, the Registered Nurse - NICU plans and provides direct nursing care to patients in the hospital in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Graduate of a recognized neo-natal nursing specialty program, or enrollment into specialty training pathway. Current CPR Basic Rescuer. Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, or completion of certification within one (1) year of hire. Recent (within the past 2 years) newborn intensive care unit skills; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts, including co-workers, physicians, community agency representatives, patients, residents and families.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE.

Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement (Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume).

1. Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting.
2. Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities.

The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.