Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, Ridge Meadows Hospital

Fraser Health Authority; Pitt Meadows; On-site; CAD 45,240 - 61,936; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Generous vacation time

Immediate pension enrollment

Maternity top-up

TransLink pass subsidy

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse at Ridge Meadows Hospital. You will provide compassionate care in a community-oriented environment, balancing quality healthcare with the serene lifestyle of Ridge Meadows.

This position offers comprehensive benefits, generous vacation time, and other perks. If you are ready to be part of a supportive team and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with BCCNM.
• Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient needs and provides nursing care.
• Documents care and updates relevant information.
• Participates in quality improvement and evaluation activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Work organization

Medication administration

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 – $44.96 per hour.

Job Summary

Working as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Ridge Meadows Hospital feels deeply connected to the community, where you care for neighbors in a warm, close‑knit environment surrounded by nature. It’s a place where you can truly live where you work, balancing meaningful health care with the calm, small town vibes of Ridge Meadows.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, 100% employer‑paid benefits: full coverage.
• Generous vacation time: up to four weeks to recharge.
• Benefit portability: transfer benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate pension enrollment: define municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity top‑up during leave.
• TransLink pass subsidy: 50% off commuting costs.
• Additional employee discounts and perks available.
• Eligibility based on employment status.

Detail Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the LPN performs assessments, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care. The LPN operates in accordance with competency guidelines and the full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit‑specific protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient/resident/family strengths and limitations, including physiological, psychological, socio‑cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Provides a supportive environment, promotes involvement in health‑care decisions, and respects personal choices.
• Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized care plan, attending and providing input into multidisciplinary planning meetings and family conferences.
• Provides nursing care according to policies and procedures, technology, and FHA standards and evaluates outcomes; records observations and reports problems or changes to designated staff.
• Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents per agency policies and procedures.
• Documents and updates all relevant care and procedure information to ensure safety and comfort.
• Operates and maintains equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales, and mechanical lifts.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff, students, and other health‑care team members.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings, and committees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent education, training, and experience. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.