Registered Nurse (Temporary Full-Time) - Specialty Inpatient/Outpatient Services - ER - PCH - 174814

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Registered Nurse

Specialty Inpatient / Outpatient Services

(Emergency)

Health PEI

Location - Prince County Hospital, Summerside

Full-Time 100% Temporary (PEINU) Position

(Commencing Immediately – May 2027)

Are you ready to make meaningful connections and drive impact in a growing healthcare organization? At Health PEI, we offer more than a job - we’re inviting you to join a dynamic workplace committed to creating meaningful changes. From hospitals to community care and beyond, you’ll play a pivotal role in attracting top-tier health professionals and building a workforce that supports the evolving needs of Prince Edward Island. With access to training and development resources, leadership opportunities, and a collaborative environment, this is your chance to thrive while making a real difference in the lives of others. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of healthcare, we want to hear from you.

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

Role Description

The nurse, as a member of the health care team, assists with the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care to promote the achievement and maintenance of each patient's optimal level of health and functions; develops and maintains her own clinical competency; performs other related and allied duties which contribute to the orderly and efficient operation of the department.

Statement of Qualifications ​​​​​​

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, or a Diploma in Nursing with extensive experience
• 2 years Acute Care experience or 1-year critical care experience.
• Obtain and maintain education in clinical specialty
• BCLS certification.
• Active or eligible for registration with the Prince Edward Island College of Nursing & Midwifery
• A good previous work and attendance record.
• The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to beginning employment.

Other Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with previous Emergency/Critical Care experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with ACLS, PALS, CTAS and TNCC or other Emergency/Critical Care courses.
• CNA certification in Emergency Nursing or certification in Critical Care/Trauma areas would be considered an asset.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Important Notes:

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Applicants are expected to complete the full length of this assignment unless appointed to a permanent position.

Salary Range: $39.52 - $49.37 per hour (RN2)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating 11.25 Hours Shifts and Every Second Weekend
Posting ID: 174814-0926PCTI-FHS
Closing Date: Monday November 6, 2026 at 4:00pm

When possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return application forms to PEI Public Service Commission, c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É, 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, C1N 5L2. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 888-8083. DUE TO THE FACT THAT RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS BY FAX CANNOT BE GUARANTEED, APPLICANTS TRANSMITTING THEIR APPLICATIONS BY FAX MAY WISH TO CONFIRM RECEIPT BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON. Please ensure that the appropriate Job Posting ID # is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Application forms may also be obtained at any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É.,or by telephoning (902) 888-8013.