Registered Nurse (RN)/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) New Graduate Opportunities
PHSA’s New Grad Program provides new RN/RPN graduates with the opportunity to use the nursing practice skills acquired in education and training and to work in a nursing specialty across our province. Opportunities are available in pediatrics, child & youth mental health, perinatal, oncology, or adult mental health nursing.

Program Details

All new graduates are placed into a regular or temporary position, with a minimum of 0.7 part‑time equivalency for the first six months.

Typical shifts: days, evenings, and nights (8‑ or 12‑hour). Shift length varies by unit or department.

Hourly wage: $40.21 – $57.78.

Locations and specialties (BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services, Correctional Health Services, Forensic Psychiatric Hospital, etc.) are listed below by region.

Locations (selected)

Coquitlam, Surrey, Maple Ridge, Prince George, Oliver, Kamloops, Victoria, Nanaimo (BC Mental Health).

Vancouver, Surrey, Victoria, Nanaimo, Prince George, Kamloops, Kelowna (Forensic Regional Clinics).

Red Fish Healing Centre – Coquitlam.

Heartwood Centre for Women – Vancouver.

Provincial Assessment Centre – Coquitlam.

BC Cancer – Abbotsford, Kelowna, Prince George, Surrey, Vancouver, Victoria (Regional Cancer Centres).

BC Children’s Hospital – Vancouver.

Sunny Hill Health Centre – Surrey.

BC Women’s Hospital + Health Care – various units (FIR Unit, Postpartum Unit, Birthing Unit).

Requirements

Graduated from a nursing program within the last 18 months.

Provisional or practice‑level registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Current adult CPR and/or newborn resuscitation certification.





BCIT Neonatal Theory 1 course is required for certain positions; preferred for others.

BCIT Perinatal Theory 1 course or equivalent (required for postpartum/ birthing units).

Current CPR Training, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Level 1 (for selected units).

Current CPR Level C (for BC Cancer units).

Commitment to Indigenous cultural safety and reconciliation, including knowledge of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

What You’ll Do

Plan and direct care in accordance with the care plan.

Provide nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation for patients.

Collect and document patient health information.

Consult with the interdisciplinary team and other health professionals.

Support patients with psychosocial and life skills.

Administer medications, monitor responses, and consult physicians as required.

Refer patients to specialized healthcare professionals and community programs.

Maintain accurate electronic and paper records per established policies.

What We Bring

State‑of‑the‑art technology and latest evidence‑based treatments.

One of BC’s largest employers with province‑wide programs and services.

Access to comprehensive professional development (2,000+ courses, Indigenous Cultural Safety training).

Competitive perks – municipal pension plan, psychological health & safety programs, holistic wellness resources.

13 statutory holidays with generous vacation and accruement.

WorkPerks discount program for local and national retail.

Seniority Level
Entry level – Temporary.

Job Function
Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care Industry.

Contact
To apply, visit the PHSA careers portal or submit an online application. Referrals are encouraged.

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📌 Registered Nurse(RN)/ Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) - New Grad Opportunities
🏢 Provincial Health Services Authority
📍 British Columbia