Specialty Emergency Room/Trauma

Role and Facility Information

Island Health is hiring a full-time General Duty Nurse to join the Emergency Nursing team at West Coast General Hospital.

In this role, the General Duty Nurse assesses, plans, provides and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards.

What You'll Need to Apply

- Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.

- Basic Life Support, Level C required.

- Recognized post-basic education required for clinical areas (or equivalent).

- Two years of recent, related experience.

- Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary: $41.42 – $59.52 per hour plus applicable shift differentials.

- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision.

- Municipal Pension Plan with employer contributions.

- 4 weeks paid vacation (prorated to FTE) plus 13 statutory holidays.

- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates may be available.

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in BC! Island Health is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.

West Coast General Hospital

West Coast General Hospital is a 54-bed full-service facility dedicated to delivering quality healthcare to the 18,000+ residents of the Alberni Valley. Committed to compassionate, accessible care, the hospital provides a welcoming environment with free parking for visitors and staff. On-site dining options include the cafeteria, serving hot meals, soups, and sandwiches, and the West Coast Café, offering coffee, muffins, and light meals. Join our team at West Coast General Hospital and make a difference in the community through exceptional healthcare.

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Port Alberni

Situated in the central interior of Vancouver Island at the end of a long narrow inlet, Port Alberni is one of the few ports on the west coast that provides shelter against some of the powerful Pacific weather systems. Blessed with a moderate climate, it harbours both commercial fishing vessels and pleasure craft. Recreational activities in the area include fishing, hiking, scuba diving, golfing, kayaking and windsurfing.

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