Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Community Care

Interior Health; Creston; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Job summary

A regional health organization is seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to join its Home Health team in Creston, BC. This casual position involves providing personal and nursing care, including administering medications and performing assessments. Ideal candidates will have a nursing diploma and relevant experience. Competitive wages and various employee benefits are offered. Enjoy a fulfilling career in a supportive and dynamic environment while living in a community known for its recreational activities and beautiful landscapes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and one year of relevant experience.
• Must have a current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Current valid BC Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, plans, implements, and provides personal and nursing care.
• Administer medications in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Operate within competency guidelines and full scope of practice.

Skills

Patient care

Wound care

Medication administration

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Home Health team at Creston Health Centre in Creston, 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

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

The Licensed Practical Nurse:

• In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to clients such as wound care, IV, catheter care and pleurex drains
• 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 Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights rotating from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.

About this Location

Creston The friendly town of Creston is located in the Rocky Mountain region of British Columbia between Vancouver and Calgary and is a hub for commercial activity in the area. The amicable climate and breathtaking views contribute to an enjoyable lifestyle with moderate climate and unlimited recreational activities year round. Residents in this growing community also enjoy fishing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking and camping. Agriculture is a strong component of the economy in Creston and we are seeing more people chose Creston for their home with a goal of being more self-sustained through market gardens and small agricultural businesses.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of BC’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 and one (1) year of recent, related community, acute care or long-term care experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives
• Current valid BC Driver’s License