Registered Nurse(RN)/ Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) - New Grad Opportunities

PHSA; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PHSA is seeking new graduate Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs) for various specialties across British Columbia. This program offers new graduates the chance to apply their skills in diverse nursing fields, including pediatrics and mental health. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive support and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development courses

13 statutory holidays

Generous vacation entitlements

Access to WorkPerks discounts

Qualifications

• Graduated from a nursing program within the last 18 months.
• Provisional or practicing registration as an RN or RPN.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct patient care according to the care plan.
• Provide nursing assessments and evaluations.
• Administer medications and monitor reactions.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Nursing Program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) New Graduate Opportunities

PHSA’s New Grad Program provides new RN / RPN graduates with the opportunity to utilize their nursing skills acquired through education and training, and to enter into a nursing specialty in areas such as pediatrics, child & youth mental health, perinatal, oncology, or adult mental health nursing.

All new employees who are recent graduates hired as a registered nurse (RN) or registered psychiatric nurse (RPN) will be placed into a regular or temporary position, with a minimum of part-time hours (FTE) to full-time hours for the first six months of employment.

Nursing shifts include days, evenings, and nights, typically 8 or 12 hours, varying by unit/department.

This posting covers all “New Grad” opportunities across all locations and facilities within the Provincial Health Services Authority. Opportunities are available in the following areas/locations:

• Locations include: Coquitlam, Surrey, Maple Ridge, Prince George, Oliver, Kamloops, Victoria, and Nanaimo

Specific Locations:

• Coquitlam
• Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, Prince George, Kamloops, Kelowna, Surrey, Nelson, and Campbell River

Specialized Units:

• Regional Cancer Centres: Abbotsford, Kelowna, Prince George, Surrey, Vancouver, and Victoria
• A team of float nurses supporting BC Children's Hospital
• Intake schedules: three per year; next intake to be confirmed.
• Acute Rehabilitation Unit: next intake in April 2025, with applications accepted starting January 1, 2025, and interviews during the week of January 6, 2025.

Requirements for Perinatal & Birthing Units include:

• Completion of BCIT's Perinatal Theory 1 course or equivalent (preferred)
• Current CPR and Newborn Resuscitation Certification (NRP)
• Breastfeeding course (minimum 6 hours) completed within the last 2 years

Additional Requirements:

• Current adult CPR and/or Newborn Resuscitation Certification
• Neonatal Theory 1 from BCIT (preferred)

What you’ll do :

• Plan and direct patient care according to the care plan.
• Provide nursing assessments, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health problems.
• Collect and document patient health information.
• Consult with nurses, families, interdisciplinary team members, and other healthcare professionals.
• Support patients with psychosocial, personal, and life skills.
• Administer medications, monitor reactions, and consult physicians as needed.
• Refer patients to appropriate healthcare professionals and programs.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with policies.

What you bring :

• Graduated from a nursing program within the last 18 months and have not previously participated in a BC Health Authority New Grad Program.
• Provisional or practicing registration as an RN or RPN.
• For specific positions, current CPR (Level C) or BCLS Level 1 certification is required.
• Awareness and commitment to understanding the TRC’s 94 Calls to Action, In Plain Sight Report, BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, and related reports.
• Commitment to reconciliation and knowledge of Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism.

What we bring :

PHSA provides care through specialized hospitals and centers across the province, partnering with health authorities to improve access to evidence-based practices, promote health, manage chronic conditions, and reduce illness burden.

Our initiatives include ground-breaking research, training healthcare professionals, setting standards, and delivering compassionate patient care, emphasizing prevention and health promotion.

• Use of advanced technology and treatments.
• Opportunities for growth, development, and recognition within one of BC’s largest employers.
• Professional development through in-house courses, including over 2,000 options like Indigenous Cultural Safety Training and Leadership programs.
• Comprehensive benefits, including pension plans, mental health and safety programs, and wellness resources.
• 13 statutory holidays and generous vacation entitlements.
• Access to WorkPerks discounts on various services and products.

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