Employed Student Nurse/Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse (Multiple Openings)

Close Date
Location
To Be Determined - To Be Determined, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
No travel required
Shift Start Time/End Time
As Required
Days Off
As required
Vacancy Type
Casual
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$32.13 - $32.13
Paid FTE
0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
0
Planned Start Date
Oct. 1 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
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
WHY ISLAND HEALTH
ESPN Opportunities
Have you completed your second year or are you in your third year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program or Psychiatric Nursing and looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities? Island Health is excited to offer the Employed Student Nurse Program. While completing your studies, you can earn an hourly wage and gain practical skills within a healthcare setting. You will receive full support from our multidisciplinary teams and regulatory supervision from Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs).
Amongst the Kwakwaka'wakw, Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth Territories there's a unique strength in the bonds that we share, creating connections you won't often find in larger cities. Whether you're seeking the vibrant life of Victoria or the charm of a rural coastal town, here you will Find Your Place.
At Island Health, our values shape our actions and guide our decision-making as we plan for the future. Our vision is Excellent health and care for everyone, everywhere, every time
Some opportunities are available across the island and in every setting that you can imagine!
ESN Opportunities
Acute care
Specialty (Emergency, Surgical Services, Renal, Tele, ICU, postpartum, NICU/PICU, Pediatrics)
Rural and Remote
Long Term Care
Mental Health and Substance Use
Restorative Health/Rehabilitation
Mental Health and Substance Use Acute Care, Inpatient
Mental Health and Substance Use Tertiary Care
Community Outreach/ Support
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Successful completion of Year 2 of the Collaboration for Academic Education in Nursing Program in BC or equivalent nursing program from another jurisdiction or RPN education program* and continued enrolment in a recognized nursing education program.
Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR-C).
Eligible for Employed Student Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
*Equivalency to be determined with nursing education program in the jurisdiction where the student is registered.
Skills And Abilities
If you would love to work with a progressive and cohesive team, we would love to hear from you! Apply Today!
Have questions about the ESN/ESPN program? Reach out to: [email protected]
Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous at [email protected].
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD4801.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Nurses Bargaining Association
Affiliation/Union
BCNU

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