Licensed Practical Nurse | Acute

Interior Health; Merritt; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse for the Nicola Valley Health Centre in Merritt, BC. This part-time relief position offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment in a beautiful location. Ideal candidates are experienced and compassionate nurses who thrive in fast-paced settings.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses.
• Current full practicing licensure with the BCCNM.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and provides nursing care to patients.
• Administers medications in accordance with policies.
• Operates within competency guidelines as outlined by BCCNM.

Skills

Nursing Care

Patient Assessment

Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses

Current CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary
Applicable positions may be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today and ask if you qualify!

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join us at Nicola Valley Health Centre in Merritt, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in B.C.! Interior Health, alongside other health authorities, is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients. Click here to learn more. [insert link to IH Careers webpage]

About the Job
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
• Performs assessments and plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; the scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given client population
• Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures
• Operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols

This is a Relief Part Time (0.80) opportunity until September 30, 2026, or the return of the incumbent.
Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights rotating from 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 hours.

About this Location
The Nicola Valley Hospital and Health Centre has eight acute care inpatient beds and includes a 24/7 Emergency Department, Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy, Public Health, Mental Health, Home and Community Care Nursing and Home Support and Lab and X-ray.

Set in the scenic Nicola Valley, Merritt is a lively town known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural history. Surrounded by rolling hills and grasslands, Merritt offers year-round outdoor recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, and fishing, with nearby ski resorts in the winter.

Famous for its country music roots, Merritt boasts a unique cultural scene, with live music events, local galleries, and a friendly community. With a welcoming atmosphere and easy access to both nature and urban amenities, Merritt is the perfect place to live an active and balanced lifestyle.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses
• Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Current CPR certification required *Please upload a copy of your valid CPR certificate with your application*

Acute care experience is considered an asset. Along with a copy of your CV (resume) please provide details regarding your previous acute care experience.