Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Critical Care

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

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is offering a specialty RN training opportunity in Critical Care with a regular full-time rotation upon completion of the program. The role involves theory and practicum, moving nurses into a standard full-time position in the specialty department after training, under the supervision of Nurse Manager or department head.

The program emphasizes safety, quality improvement, and alignment with collective agreements.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Experience in medical and/or surgical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides direct nursing care to patients/residents in hospital or community settings.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Assists in training opportunities and supports unit operations.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Communication

Prioritization

Education

RN Registration BC

Job description

Specialty RN Training Opportunity - Critical Care - (232657)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0730-1530

Days Off

Rotating

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

Jan. 4 2027

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

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.

Please note the following prerequisites are required:ECG course: BCIT NSCC 7150Dysrhythmia, or Mosby’s ECG CurriculumIsland Health LearningHub #17467with BCIT PLARrecognition.BCIT NSCC 7120

Additional Clauses

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.