Employed Student Nurse / Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse

Position Summary
Interested in an Employed Student Nurse/Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse experience with an Interior Health (IH)? Apply here!

Interior Health supports Bachelor of Science in Nursing Students (Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing Students) with an employment opportunity within its Employed Student Nurse (ESN)/ Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse (ESPN) Program.

**This ESN/ESPN posting is for the 2027/2028 Program Year (positions run in cohorts from May 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028).

Worksite Location:

Flexible across Interior Health (Okanagan, Thompson Cariboo Shuswap, East Kootenay, Kootenay Boundary).

**Please indicate your preferred IH location on your pre-screen form.

What we offer:

• Up to 336 funded hours
• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career growth opportunities
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan
• Hands-on experience to build confidence and strengthen your skills
• Support in preparing for your transition to practice as a new graduate nurse
• Guidance and mentorship from a supportive team committed to your success
• A balanced lifestyle

Where will you work?

The ESN/ESPN Program provides nursing students with a unique assignment that fosters professional development and the consolidation of skills and abilities. Our program is designed to employ nursing students who have successfully completed their Year 2 and Year 3 ESN/ESPN students in a recognized nursing program.

ESN/ESPN positions are available in various health sectors across Interior Health including:

• Acute
• Community
• Mental Health
• Long-term Care
• Rural
• Education
• Corporate Services etc.

As an ESN/ESPN, you will provide direct nursing care in accordance with Interior Health policies, procedures, and the BCCNM ESN/ESPN Practice Standard requirements.

Please review the ESN / ESPN Program Information Booklet for detailed assignment options.

To apply for an ESN/ESPN position please ensure you complete the following:

• Review the ESN/ESPN Program Information Booklet
• Download, save, and complete the ESN/ESPN Pre-screen Form
• Create a profile or login to your IH profile at jobs.interiorhealth.ca
• Attach the following required documents to your IH Careers “Profile”:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Valid BLS or First Aid with CPR competency (e.g. CPR-C)
4. Completed ESN/ESPN Pre-screen Form

Enhance Your Application (optional) – Upload to your profile

To strengthen your application for the Employed Student Nurse (ESN) / Employed Student Psychiatric Nurse (ESPN) Program, we invite you to submit one additional creative document of your choice. This can be:

• A one-page infographic
or
• A brief presentation (maximum 5 slides)
Note: file type must be DOC, DOCX, PDF, TXT, JPG, TIF, RTF

Your submission should answer the following questions:

1. Why do you want to work for Interior Health as an ESN/ESPN?
2. What are your goals for graduation?
3. What makes you a strong candidate for this position?
4. Why did you choose your top three assignment preferences?

IMPORTANT: Only applications with all required attachments fully completed will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received, we are unable to confirm the status of individual applications. Only applicants shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted to arrange an interview.

How will we help you grow?

We offer a customized orientation with immediate support from a skilled, interdisciplinary team where patients are at the centre of care. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment to build confidence and advance your personal and professional growth.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team will allow you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying all the personal pursuits available to you within this fantastic community. As an IH employee, you will be joining a team of professionals who are dedicated to providing the highest quality of patient care.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health...What we can do for you

We foster strong clinical skills while prioritizing psychological health and safety. Our culture supports balance and flexibility, helping you maintain the quality of life you deserve.

IH is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being, work–life balance, and environmental sustainability to support the health of our employees and the people we care for. Apply today!

Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience:

• Current Employed Student Registrant status (i.e. ESN or ESPN) with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Be registered/eligible for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as an Employed Student Registrant; and maintain current registration with BCCNM

• Successful completion of year 3 of a BSN program or 18 months of a RPN program, or equivalent (and continued enrollment in a BCCNM recognized nursing education program). Matching to specialized areas may be subject to clinical experience.

• Valid BLS or First Aid with CPR competency (e.g. CPR-C)

Note: Employment is conditional upon current Employed Student Registrant status (i.e. ESN or ESPN) with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Please review the BCCNM Employed student nurses webpage.

To be eligible for this ESN/ESPN intake, you must complete your ESN/ESPN hours before the start of your final practicum. Please note that learners cannot hold an ESN/ESPN position while completing their final preceptorship, and ESN/ESPN roles cannot be held with more than one health authority at the same time. We encourage those that are close to completing their final preceptorship to apply to our New Grad RN/RPN posting.