Are you someone who has a real passion for serving others? Are you a student in your second year or higher of a psychiatric nursing program looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a dynamic environment? Island Health is an employer that knows our people make the organization. It is our people that make a difference, deliver care and define our organizational culture.
We are the Health Authority for all of Vancouver Island, one of the most livable regions in the world - with access to the outdoors, year round due to our climate with warm dry summers and mild winters. We are the largest employer on Vancouver Island with approximately 24,500 employees, 1,900 Physician partners and 6,500 volunteers that provide health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island and adjacent coastal communities.
Opportunities are available in multiple areas including:
* Mental Health and Substance Use
* Acute Care
* Inpatient Mental Health and Substance Use
* Tertiary Care
* Community Outreach/Support
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 heart 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
Successful completion of Year 2 of a British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives-recognized entry-level RPN education program or equivalent nursing program from another jurisdiction and continued enrolment in a recognized psychiatric nursing program. Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR-C). Current Employed Student Registration with BCCNM.
* Equivalency to be determined with nursing education program in the jurisdiction where the student is registered.
* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Ability to organize assigned workload and set priorities.
* Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts.
* Ability to operate equipment including related software applications.
* Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Skills And Abilities
Take the next step and apply so we can continue the conversation with you. Join the team at Island Health and use your exceptional nursing skills to provide quality care for our clients.
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