New Graduate RN/RPN

Job Description

Are you graduating soon or a newly graduated Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse? You’re hired!

We have the perfect position for you!

Whether you’re a recent graduate or still in school, you can feel secure in knowing your future home is with Island Health.

We have full-time, part-time and temporary opportunities in large urban hospitals and rural/remote hospitals – plus everything in between!

Apply now and our Talent Acquisition team will work with you to find the perfect opportunity. We are here to support you every step of the way.

Opportunities are available across the island and in every setting that you can imagine! To name a few:

Acute care

Specialty (emergency, post partum, etc.)

Long Term Care

Community Health Services

Public Health

Mental Health and Substance Use

Restorative Health/Rehabilitation

Kwakwaka'wakw Territory

Alert Bay, Port Alice, Port Hardy, and Port McNeill - Make up the Mt. Waddington region with pristine and rugged landscapes with rich cultural, wildlife and recreational experiences waiting to be discovered.

Campbell River - Dubbed the "salmon capital of the world", this seaside town surrounded by hiking and biking trails that challenge your sense of adventure.

Comox Valley - This is the place to ski and golf in one day. Situated between the Strathcona Provincial Park and the Straight of Georgia, this is an ideal spot to raise a family

Coast Salish Territory

Salt Spring Island - A laid back, close-knit community flourishing with artisans and spectacular ocean scenery.

Nanaimo - Located on central Vancouver Island, this harbour city is a convenient access point to the mainland. Head to the beach and watch the cruise ships pass.

Victoria - A vibrant urban centre with an abundance of recreational and cultural opportunities.

Cowichan Valley - Easy access to Victoria and Nanaimo. This region boasts award winning wineries, thriving farmlands and year round markets.

Nuu-chah-nulth Territory

Port Alberni - A prized fishing and water sports destination in the heard of the island. Port Alberni is the gateway to Tofino, a world-recognized destination.

Tofino - A world-recognized destination for surfing and a storm watching hot spot. Famous for old growth rain forests and long stretches of pristine beaches.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

To Join Our Team, You Will Need

Eligible for provisional licensure or current and active registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant.

Recognized post-basic education required for some clinical areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Basic Life Support, Level C required.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support may be required for some clinical settings (e.g. Emergency Room).

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.

If you are a passionate New Graduate RN/RPN interested in working for Island Health we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today so we can continue the conversation with you!

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1004.pdf