Employment Support Services
Health Match BC is a free recruitment support service funded by the Government of British Columbia. Health Match BC’s employment services for nurses are part of several Ministry of Health initiatives aimed at reducing the time, effort and costs associated with obtaining registration and employment as a nurse in British Columbia (BC).
Our employment services team specializes in providing personalized, one-to-one assistance to Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (RPNs) and connecting them with public health employers and nursing opportunities throughout BC. Our dedicated team will equip you with the insights and information you need to find the ideal community and job opportunities to launch your career in BC. We are here to answer your questions and provide you with essential resources to enhance your job search efforts, and streamline your application process. With our expertise and guidance, you will be well-prepared to navigate the job market and transition into your new career in BC.
Note: This information is subject to change. For the most up to date information, please contact us.
Meet Our Employment Service Consultants
Heather
Heather joined the Health Match BC team in 2023 and supports internationally educated nurses through their journey to work as a nurse in BC. Heather became sensitive to the shortage of nurses in the public health care system when members of her family fell ill during the pandemic. There she saw the real need for nurses at a time when they were needed most. Now, as a member of the IEN Nursing Recruitment Team Heather focuses her efforts on educating, guiding and supporting international nurses, on their journey to work as a nurse in BC.
Heather has 20 years of experience working in HR, project management and recruitment both in the private and public sector. When Heather is not working, you might see her at a golf course on the beautiful North Shore of Vancouver or out enjoying exceptional cuisine at a local restaurant with her family.
Nicole
Nicole joined the Health Match BC team in 2020 and has since supported hundreds of healthcare professionals in their journey to work in British Columbia. With a background in psychology and human resources, Nicole uses a personalized approach to guide candidates through the job search process, helping them find their ideal opportunities in BC.
Nicole’s connection to internationally educated healthcare professionals is personal. Having witnessed her father’s own immigration and re-credentialing journey in Canada, she understands the unique challenges and triumphs involved. This experience fuels her passion for empowering candidates and ensuring a smooth, stress-free job search and relocation process.
When she isn’t working at Health Match BC, Nicole enjoys gardening, spending quality time with family and friends, and exploring new and exciting cuisines.
Shannon
Shannon joined the Health Match BC Nurse Recruitment Team in the spring of 2022 as a Recruitment Consultant. She enjoys working with candidates from around the world and loves nothing more than supporting her applicants in finding exactly the right job opportunity in beautiful British Columbia.
With over a decade of recruitment experience in both health care and post-secondary, Shannon prides herself on providing her candidates with resources and supports for their individual needs in starting their journey to becoming a nurse in British Columbia.
Born and raised in British Columbia, Shannon loves nothing more than sharing with others the beautiful part of the world she lives in! You can always count on her to point you in the right direction of the best cup of coffee in town! Outside of work Shannon can be found exploring all the best BC has to offer with her little family!
Olivera
Olivera joined Health Match BC in 2023 and supports Canadian nurses as they transition to work in British Columbia. Having moved to Canada in 2019 from Serbia after a career on cruise ships and studying abroad, she brings a unique global perspective. Alongside her interests in languages, culture, history, and literature, Olivera is passionate about helping people land their dream job. Her own experiences with adapting to new environments give her insight into the challenges others face. She focuses on creating a comfortable atmosphere during conversations, believing that reducing anxiety helps foster natural dialogue and enables her to provide better guidance.
When she isn’t helping nurses, Olivera enjoys reading, travelling and brushing up on her Mandarin language knowledge.
