Licensed Practical Nurse

Providence Health Care; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

Providence Health Care in Vancouver is seeking an LPN to deliver high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents under supervision of the Resident Care Manager. You will build meaningful relationships with residents and families and collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to create a home-like environment.

The role requires BC LPN registration, CPR certification, and the ability to prioritize and organize work in a rotating days/evenings schedule.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Current basic cardiac life support certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care, adhering to established policies and individualized care plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments, monitor signs/symptoms, and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed.
• Prepare patients for procedures, transfers, and admissions, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications per protocol, monitor effects, and maintain communication with the team.
• Utilize evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices.
• Respond to incidents such as codes, injuries, spills, and alarms, following procedures.
• Assist with staff orientation, demonstrating procedures and providing support.
• Address patient/resident and family learning needs, provide educational materials, and make referrals.
• Attend care planning meetings, provide input, and advocate for patients/residents.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Assist with discharge planning based on patient status and external supports.
• Operate and clean equipment, report malfunctions, and handle hazardous materials.

Skills

CPR certification

Physical ability

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Prioritize and organize work

Teach patient learning needs

Education

Graduation from recognized Practical Nurse program

BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration as LPN

Current basic cardiac life support certification

Job description

• Primary site: Langara - 255 West 62nd Ave. Vancouver, British Columbia V5X4V4 Canada
• PHC multi-site:
• LMC multi-site:
• Categories: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Max hourly: 41.35 CAD
• Salary grade: L1
• Employment type: Temporary Full-Time
• Rotation: Days/Evenings Rotating
• FTE: 0.40
• Schedule:
• Union: 203
• Labour agreement: NURS
• Dual RN/RPN (BCNU/HSA) Posting:

Role Snapshot

• Req ID: 65935
• Location: Vancouver
• Work site: Langara
• Primary site: Langara - 255 West 62nd Ave. Vancouver, British Columbia V5X4V4 Canada
• PHC multi-site:
• LMC multi-site:
• Work model: Onsite
• Categories: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Min hourly: 32.84 CAD
• Max hourly: 41.35 CAD
• Salary grade: L1
• Employment type: Temporary Full-Time
• Rotation: Days/Evenings Rotating
• FTE: 0.40
• Schedule:
• Union: 203
• Labour agreement: NURS
• Dual RN/RPN (BCNU/HSA) Posting:

Note

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required

Note

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required

What You Will Do

Summary

Under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager and in close collaboration with a diverse healthcare team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers top-notch nursing care to long-term care residents in addition to providing emotional comfort and support to residents and their families. LPNs in long-term care have the unique opportunity to build deep and lasting relationships with residents/families/caregivers, collaborate with a compassionate and knowledgeable interdisciplinary care team, and contribute to an overall sense of "home" for residents.

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

Under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager and in close collaboration with a diverse healthcare team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers top-notch nursing care to long-term care residents in addition to providing emotional comfort and support to residents and their families. LPNs in long-term care have the unique opportunity to build deep and lasting relationships with residents/families/caregivers, collaborate with a compassionate and knowledgeable interdisciplinary care team, and contribute to an overall sense of "home" for residents.

What You Bring

Education:

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant
• Current basic cardiac life support certification

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies
• Ability to prioritize and organize work
• Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs

What We Offer

• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

Your Day to Day

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care, adhering to established policies, individualized care plans, and priorities
• Conduct thorough assessments, monitor signs/symptoms, and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed
• Prepare patients for procedures, transfers, and admissions, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications per protocol, monitor effects, and maintain communication with the team
• Utilize evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices
• Respond to incidents such as codes, injuries, spills, and alarms, following procedures
• Assist with staff orientation, demonstrating procedures and providing support
• Address patient/resident and family learning needs, provide educational materials, and make referrals
• Attend care planning meetings, provide input, and advocate for patients/residents
• Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans
• Assist with discharge planning based on patient status and external supports
• Operate and clean equipment, report malfunctions, and handle hazardous materials. Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, faxing, and maintaining records

From an accredited healthcare provider of Canada

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the x ʷ məθkwəy ̓ əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl ̓ ílwəta ʔ /Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.