Licensed Practical Nurse, Access Services (Float Pool)

Providence Healthcare Pty Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Providence Health Care operates a float pool of Licensed Practical Nurses providing flexible coverage across Medicine and Surgery units, with occasional Renal or Cardiac assignments. The LPN delivers patient-centered care, documents care plans, and collaborates with RNs and other clinicians to ensure safe, effective treatments.

The role emphasizes safety, patient advocacy, and participation in quality activities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program or equivalent.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care across units in a float pool.
• Conduct assessments, monitor signs, and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed.
• Administer medications per protocol and document care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans and participate in care conferences.
• Support orientation of staff and students and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

CPR

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Documentation

Equipment operation

Education

Practical Nurse program graduate

BC College of Nurses and Midwives registrant

BCLS certification

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr.

nSPH Transition Information

As Providence Health Care prepares for the opening of the New St. Paul's Hospital, some aspects of this position may evolve during the transition period. While the overall nature of the role is expected to remain substantially the same, operational requirements may result in adjustments to scheduling, FTE, unit assignment, site or other operational details.

Job Accuracy Posting Flag

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

Summary

Our Float Pool nurses provide dynamic support across multiple units, including Medicine and Surgery, with occasional opportunities to work in Renal and Cardiac. Nurses rotate between units and never work two consecutive shifts in the same area, ensuring variety and a broad skillset. Reporting to the Patient Care Manager or Resident Care Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides patient/resident-centered nursing care within an interdisciplinary team, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and professional standards. The LPN assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents care, advocates for patients/residents, and collaborates with RN/RPN staff when care needs exceed LPN scope. The role also includes participation in care conferences, quality and safety activities, orientation of staff and students, and incident reporting as required.

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to person-centred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities.

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 and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to work as a member in an interdisciplinary team.
• 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

• A Competitive Salary: $32.84-$41.35 CAD, per hour
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in Feb 2027.
• 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

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 xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.