Close DateLocationPort Hardy Hospital (PHH) - Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time08:30-16:30Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeTemp FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$49.20 - $67.08Paid FTE1.0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75Planned Start DateMar. 23 2026Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Oct. 31 2026Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationJob DescriptionIn 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.Supports and facilitates staff nurses throughout the Vancouver Island Health Authority or within an assigned clinical program or service area to attain excellence in nursing practice through the development, provision and evaluation of clinical nursing strategies, education and clinical resources.Applies a broad knowledge base of the health care environment, the science and art of nursing, educational theory and models, program/curriculum development and evaluation, organizational, teams and systems development, planned change, process consultation and research utilization to provide role modeling, leadership and consultation and to promote a positive learning culture and advance professional nursing practice.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduation from a recognized nursing program or evidence of an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Three to five years' recent related experience, including two years' relevant clinical experience. Valid BC Driver's License.Skills And Abilities
Ability to develop educational strategies and programs.
Ability to teach.
Knowledge of adult education and learning principles and ability to integrate into programs and strategies.
Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a team and demonstrate strong leadership abilities.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal and facilitation skills.
Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize.
Analytical and decision-making skills.
Computer skills, including the ability to use MS Office and other related computer technology.
A sound understanding of current and future nursing and health care issues and the potential impact on nursing education and clinical practice.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsA first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are here in BC! Island Health, alongside BC's other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.
