Student Nurse​/Student Psychiatric Nurse

Employed Student Nurse/Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse (Multiple Openings) - (224555)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi‑Site

Vacancy Type:
Student

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $32.13 – $32.13

Planned

Start Date:

Apr. 1 2026

Approximate End Date:
Pending Return of Incumbent

Job Description

ESPN Opportunities

Have you completed your second year or are you in your third year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program or Psychiatric Nursing and looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities? Island Health is excited to offer the Employed Student Nurse Program. While completing your studies, you can earn an hourly wage and gain practical skills within a healthcare setting.

You will receive full support from our multidisciplinary teams and regulatory supervision from Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs).

Amongst the Kwakwaka'wakw, Coast Salish, Nuu‑chah‑nulth Territories 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.

At Island Health, our values shape our actions and guide our decision‑making as we plan for the future. Our vision is Excellent health and care for everyone, everywhere, every time.

Some opportunities are available across the island and in every setting that you can imagine!

• Acute care
• Specialty (Emergency, Surgical Services, Renal, Tele, ICU, postpartum, NICU/PICU, Pediatrics)
• Rural and Remote
• Long Term Care
• Mental Health and Substance Use
• Restorative Health/Rehabilitation
• Mental Health and Substance Use Acute Care, Inpatient
• Mental Health and Substance Use Tertiary Care
• Community Outreach/Support

• Successful completion of Year 2 of the Collaboration for Academic Education in Nursing Program in BC or an equivalent nursing program from another jurisdiction or an RPN education program
  * and continued enrolment in a recognized nursing education program.
• Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR‑C).
• Eligible for Employed Student Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.

* Equivalency to be determined with nursing education program in the jurisdiction where the student is registered.