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2026/27 ESN/ESPN Applications: Opening Early October 2025 - Closing December 31, 2025 Applying for an Employed Student Nurses (ESNs) / Employed Student Psychiatric Nurses (ESPNs) position

Employed Student Nurses/Employed Student Psychiatric Nurses

The ESN/ESPN Program provides nursing students with a unique assignment that fosters professional development and the consolidation of skills and abilities.

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2026/27 ESN/ESPN Applications: Opening Early October 2025 - Closing December 31, 2025

Overview of Employed Student Nurses(ESNs)/Employed Student Psychiatric Nurses (ESPNs)

Interior Health supports Bachelor of Science in Nursing Students (registered nurses/registered psychiatric nurses) with an employment opportunity within its ESNs/ESPNs Program. The ESN/ESPN Program provides nursing students with a unique assignment that fosters professional development and the consolidation of skills and abilities. It's designed to employ nursing students who have successfully completed their second or third year in a recognized nursing education program.

Launch your nursing career with the ESN/ESPN paid work program

ESNs/ESPNs positions are available in various health sectors (Acute, Long-term Care, Rural, etc.) across Interior Health. ESN/ESPNs provide direct nursing care in accordance to Interior Health's policies and procedures, and British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) requirements. 

A graphical image titled criteria for employment. The image is divided into 4 boxes - 3rd year nursing, in good standing, current bls certification, bccnm registration.
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ESN/ESPN application timeline for 2026/27 intake
  • Applications open: Early October 2025 to December 31, 2025
  • Application review and shortlisting: January 2026
  • Assignment offers sent: February 2026
  • Hiring process completed: March 2026
  • Earliest start date: April 1, 2026

Applying for an Employed Student Nurses (ESNs) / Employed Student Psychiatric Nurses (ESPNs) position

How to apply for an ESN/ESPN position

Before you begin: Please review the ESN/ESPN Program Information Booklet to find out what the job entails before starting the application process.

Learn more about ESN/ESPN assignment options

Steps to apply

Step 1: Set Up Your IH Careers Profile

Step 2: Search & Apply for a Position

  • While logged into your IH Careers profile:
  • Type “Employed Student Nurse” into the job search bar
  • Select your preferred region (only apply to one):
  • East Kootenay
  • Kootenay Boundary
  • Okanagan
  • Thompson/Cariboo
  • Click Apply

Step 3: Attach Your Documents to Your Application

  • Refer to the job posting for details on which documents are required

Step 4: Confirm Submission

  • Review your application and required attachments
  • Click Confirm Application

 

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