Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Critical Care

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting full-time training opportunity for Registered Nurses in Critical Care. This role involves both theoretical and practical training, preparing staff for a regular rotation in a specialty department upon completion. The position emphasizes patient and staff safety, aligning with the organization's vision and values. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a commitment to quality care. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes in the community and advancing your nursing career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with recent medical/surgical experience required.
• Completion of specialty training leads to regular position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in accordance with standards.
• Plan and deliver training in specialty department.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Critical Care - (210755)

Campbell River Hospital - Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: No

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600

Days Off: TBD

Vacancy Type: Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE: 1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 75.0

Planned Start Date: Sep. 2 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Dec. 21 2025

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

This position represents a regular full-time training opportunity (theory and practicum) to prepare staff to work in the specified Island Health specialty department. Upon completion of the training, the staff member will be placed into a regular full-time rotation line in the specialty department that they have been trained for.

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.

Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in the hospital or in the community in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BCCNM 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, with recent related medical and/or surgical experience. When applicants have completed this specialty training, they will be moved into a regular position within the Specialty department.

The hours of work, including days off and work area, may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

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.