Licensed Practical Nurse | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Oliver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team as a Practical Nurse at a rural hospital in beautiful Oliver, BC! This role offers the chance to provide high-quality, client-centered care while working in a supportive environment focused on staff development. Enjoy a casual employment opportunity with flexible shifts, and be part of a pioneering organization implementing innovative staffing solutions. Experience the stunning landscapes of the Thompson Okanagan Region while making a difference in the lives of patients. Apply today to embark on a rewarding career in one of Canada’s most picturesque areas!

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized Practical Nursing program.
• Hold current full practicing licensure with BCCNM.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal and nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications following policies and procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Assessment Skills

Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team

Education

Practical Nursing Program

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Position Summary

If you are passionate about being part of a team committed to providing high-quality, client-centered care, then join us as a Practical Nurse at South Okanagan General Hospital in Oliver, BC!

Who We Are:

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being and work-life balance within our team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of improving the health and well-being of everyone in the Interior Health region, from our employees to the populations we serve.

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in B.C.! Interior Health, along with other health authorities, is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution to enhance the working environment for nurses and provide better quality care to patients.

About the Job:

• Perform assessments and develop, implement, and provide personal and nursing care to patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The scope of skills varies based on the predictability of outcomes for each client population.
• Administer oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications following pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures.
• Operate within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), adhering to organizational policies, procedures, standards, and unit-specific protocols.

This is a casual opportunity. Casual employment means hours are not guaranteed and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings, including permanent and temporary positions. Many opportunities with Interior Health begin as casual employment and can lead to regular roles.

Shifts may be days or nights; 07:15 to 19:15 or 19:15 to 07:15 hours.

Effective April 1, 2024, the hourly wage for this position will range from $32.84 to $41.35.

About this location/unit:

SOGH is an active, rural hospital serving Oliver, Osoyoos, and surrounding communities, with an average of 16,000 emergency visits per year. It has 7 emergency beds staffed 24 hours a day by 2 RNs during the day, along with a 10-hour triage nurse, and 2 RNs during the night. The acute care ward has 18 beds staffed with 2 RNs and 2 LPNs during the day, and 2 RNs and 1 LPN at night. The occupancy rate is regularly 100%.

This site was selected as a pilot for the electronic Meditech Charting System, Advanced Clinicals. We have been a paperless ward for several years, making us one of the few in Canada and North America to achieve this. Nursing and multidisciplinary notes, medication administration, and physicians’ orders are all done electronically. We are recognized as a leader in this technology.

At SOGH, there is a strong commitment to staff development and growth. Our team environment includes nurses, administration, physicians, and support staff working together with a patient-centered focus.

Oliver is located in a picturesque valley known for orchards, vineyards, lakes, and waterways, in the heart of the Thompson Okanagan Region. It is called “The Capital of Wine Country” and features numerous vineyards and wineries. The area offers a mild climate, relaxed lifestyle, and scenic surroundings, making it a wonderful place to live. Recreational activities include hiking, cycling, canoeing, fishing, and skiing.

Join our team and discover why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our benefits, career growth opportunities, and the lifestyle in one of Canada’s most beautiful and diverse regions. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Interior Health offers room to grow, and we value your life outside of work as much as your professional development. Apply Today! See why Nursing at Interior Health is a great opportunity!

Qualifications

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

Acute care experience is considered an asset. Please include details of your previous acute care experience in your CV (resume) when applying.