Registered Nurse; RN - Emergency - Training

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency - Training Opportunity

Salary: CAD $41.42/hr – CAD $55.91/hr

Eligibility for this post‑basic training program is prioritized for applicants with approximately one year of recent acute medical/surgical experience.

BCIT Emergency Nursing Specialty Program

Online prerequisites:
Apr. – Aug. 2026 (dates to be confirmed by BCIT). Full‑time training at BCIT and practicum locations:
Aug. – Dec. 2026 (dates to be confirmed by BCIT). Course dates will be modified based on previously completed courses. VCH will fund only the required courses.

Travel to the lower mainland is required during practicums (exact dates TBD). Travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with VCH policy.

Applicants must successfully complete the post‑basic training education prior to working in the Department.

Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a regular status nurse in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months after completing training. If a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the program for less than 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program.

• Provide emergency nursing to patients of all ages presenting with a wide variety of symptoms within an uncontrolled environment and to unique patient populations such as victims of sexual assault.
• Assess patient needs and prioritize care requirements often with limited information. As a member of the emergency response team, stabilize and resuscitate multi‑trauma victims, prepare for and respond to disaster situations.
• Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family.
• Consult, confer, and collaborate with other healthcare providers.
• Demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice.
• Maintain and advance clinical competence.
• Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

About Sechelt, BC

Sechelt is located on the traditional territories of the shíshálh (Sechelt) Nation and is approximately 50 km northwest of Vancouver. It is accessible from the mainland by a 40‑minute ferry trip between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, followed by a 25‑minute drive along Highway 101, also known as the Sunshine Coast Highway. This charming seaside community is known for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor activities including sightseeing, boating, diving, camping, and mountain biking.

There are also several municipal parks, plenty of eateries, locally owned shops, boutiques and galleries, and a golf course. Imagine a lifestyle where you are only a short walk or bike ride to work, you go home for lunch and you are home again in time for an activity or go for a hike AND watch the sunset – all before dinner.

That is what Sechelt has to offer you!

About Sechelt Hospital

Sechelt Hospital is an acute care, 46‑bed facility in Sechelt, British Columbia that serves over 30,000+ residents of the Lower Sunshine Coast. It provides a full range of services to the community, including emergency care, renal program‑community dialysis units, mental health and substance use services, surgical services, birthing for low‑risk pregnancies, and imaging services.

Relocation assistance may be available. Nurses may be eligible for Federal student loan forgiveness. For more information please visit

Why join Vancouver Coastal Health?

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental, and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counseling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award‑winning recognition programs to honor staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity‑deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.

Vancouver Coastal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.