Licensed Practical Nurse

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 45,240 - 61,936; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for its interdisciplinary team. The role involves performing nursing assessments, developing care plans, and ensuring quality and safety in line with health authority standards. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and possess a valid driver's license and relevant certifications. This position emphasizes communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. A competitive hourly wage between $32.84 and $44.96 is offered.

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Completion of education for Mental Health and/or Substance Use.
• Recent experience with clients with mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and nursing procedures.
• Support development and evaluation of care plans.
• Operate within the full scope of practice guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Organization and prioritization

Ability to work independently

Physical capability

Rapport with clients

Recognition of client changes

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Class V BC Driver's License

Certificates in CPR, Standard First Aid and Food Safe

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required: 0700-1500 / 1500-2300 / 2300-0700

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$32.84 - $44.96

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Mar. 23 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the program manager or designate and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, performs assessments and nursing procedures, provides support with developing, implementing and evaluating plans to meet the needs of the client. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis.
• Class V BC Driver's License.
• Certificates in CPR, Standard First Aid and Food Safe.
• Recent, related experience of one year working with clients with mental illness.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are here in BC! Island Health, alongside BC's other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.