Registered Nurse - Nanaimo

Island Health is hiring Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team in Nanaimo, BC at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH). Multiple opportunities are available in all departments, including specialty areas. Full-time, part-time and casual opportunities are available.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hourly wage of $41.42 - $59.52 - RN
• Hourly wage of $32.84 - $44.96 - LPN
• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000
• Exceptional employer-paid extended health benefit plan
• Municipal Pension Plan with employer contributions
• Up to four weeks of paid vacation to start (depending on position)
• Thirteen statutory holidays observed annually
• Employee and family assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Scholarship opportunities
• Sponsored education programs
• Flexible work options

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY

• Registration, or eligibility for registration, with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or LPN registrant.

Other requirements are applicable to specialty or other specific nursing positions. View individual job postings for a full list of requirements.

ABOUT NANAIMO, BC

Nanaimo is located in central Vancouver Island on the west coast of British Columbia, Canada. The city offers an exceptional quality of life with its stunning waterfront views, mild climate, and vibrant community. This growing city provides a perfect balance of outdoor activities, from hiking and kayaking to exploring beautiful parks and beaches. With a strong local economy and a welcoming atmosphere, Nanaimo is an ideal place to both work and live. If you're looking for a place where you can thrive professionally while enjoying nature and a close-knit community, Nanaimo is the perfect fit for you.

WHY ISLAND HEALTH

Island Health continues to be selected for top employer awards, including BC Top Employer (2025).

As the largest employer on Vancouver Island, we believe that our values guide our actions and relationships, shaping how we make decisions and plan for the future. At Island Health, C.A.R.E. guides everything we do:

• Courage: To do the right thing – to change, innovate and grow.
• Aspire: To the highest degree of quality and safety.
• Respect: To value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.
• Empathy: To give the kind of care we would want for our loved ones.

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

Island Health provides health and care services to more than 930,000 people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea and the Johnstone Strait and mainland communities north of Powell River. With more than 31,000 healthcare professionals, including more than 3,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives and dentists that make up our Medical Staff – as well as 1,500 volunteers and the dedicated support of 12 foundations and 19 active auxiliaries, Island Health delivers a broad range of health services, including public health services, primary health care, home and community care, mental health and substance use services, acute care in hospitals and much more across a huge and  geographically diverse region.

OUR COMMITMENT

Island Health offers programs and services on the unceded and traditional territories of the Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth and Kwakwaka'wakw Peoples.

As an organization, we are committed to cultural safety and humility and we demonstrate this through our actions to address Indigenous specific racism, systemic racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism.

The Indigenous Recruitment & Retention Team works to bring in and retain Indigenous Peoples at all levels of our organization and to promote a culturally safer workplace where Indigenous employees thrive as valued members of the Island Health community.

Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous at indigenousemployment@islandhealth.ca