Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn), Community

Northern Health; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team at Fort St. John Health Unit. The role involves providing compassionate patient care, supporting case managers, and ensuring adherence to agency policies. Comprehensive benefits, including financial support for moving expenses, are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial Support for Moving Expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Spectacular outdoor activities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support client care in the community.
• Assist with duties related to Long Term Care Case Management.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to deal with others effectively

Physical ability to perform duties

Organizational skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Ability to follow and work within guidelines

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant

Job description

Position Summary

Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication to delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Fort St. John Health Unit.

Reporting to the Home & Community Care Program Manager and under the work direction of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs a variety of tasks to support client care in the community. Duties include supporting the Long Term Care Case Managers and assisting with duties associated with the Long Term Care Case Management Program. All duties are carried out in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and philosophy of care.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (Rotating)

New Wage

As of April 1, 2024, the new wage is: $32.84 - $41.35/hour

About Fort St. John

Fort St. John is located above the Peace River Valley and has a diverse population of 21,000 (2021). It serves an area of approximately 69,000. The friendly, small-town feel offers big city amenities and a vibrant arts community. Check out Fort St. John for more information on this energetic community.

What Northern Health has to offer you

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• 'Loan Forgiveness Programs' offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as program certificates or diplomas, transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• A valid driver’s license.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to follow and work within the guidelines and policies of Northern Health Authority.

Who We Are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, offering health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff, we provide exceptional health services through dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. Career opportunities are available across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and more.