Specialty New Graduate (BC)

Role and Facility Information

Join Island Health as a New Graduate Licensed Practical Nurse and contribute to building healthier, stronger communities.

We're always looking for newly graduated nurses to join our growing team and help shape innovative and culturally safe care in our communities. We believe our people make a difference, deliver exceptional care and define our organizational culture.

Why Choose Island Health?

Opportunities are available across Vancouver Island in various settings, including:
• Acute Care
• Long-Term Care
• Mental Health and Substance Use
• Restorative Health/Rehabilitation

What We Offer

• Relocation Assistance - We'll support your move with up to $5,000 for eligible candidates.
• Competitive Wage - $32.84-$44.96 per hour with added on shift differentials per hour with added on shift differentials.
• New Nurse Graduate Bursary – A $500 bursary is now available for eligible new nurse graduates.
• Benefits - Extended health (medical, dental), up to 4 weeks vacation, 13 statutory holidays, accrued vacation and sick pay, Municipal Pension Plan, educational scholarships and premium employee discount program.
• Lifestyle - Enjoy easy access to British Columbia's finest beaches, mountains, hikes and many activities.
• Community - Among island communities, 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.

What You Will Need To Apply

• Eligible for provisional licensure or current and active registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) registrant.
• Basic Life Support, Level C required.

About Island Health

Island Health provides comprehensive health and care services to over 885,000 people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea, and the Johnstone Strait, as well as mainland communities north of Powell River. Our team of more than 30,000 healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives, and dentists, along with 1,000 volunteers, deliver a broad range of services from public health to acute hospital care.

We are committed to innovation, teaching, research, and providing superior healthcare. Island Health fosters an inclusive environment that embraces diversity, cultural safety, and humility, addressing Indigenous-specific racism and systemic racism.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're a passionate new graduate nurse eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today to start the conversation and explore the exciting opportunities that Island Health has to offer.

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Victoria

British Columbia’s scenic capital city of Victoria is located on the southern part of Vancouver Island. Double-decker buses, horse-drawn carriages, scenic gardens and even the tradition of formal afternoon tea, reflect this seaside city’s British heritage. Victoria’s economy is made up of traditional industry, advanced technology, tourism and arts and cultural organizations. The city boasts one of the highest “park-to-people” ratios of any city in North America. A temperate climate supports numerous recreational pursuits including golfing, fishing and boating.

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