Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is hiring an Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver home and community care in Courtenay, BC. The casual position involves home visits, client assessments, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

The LPN must be registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives, hold BLS Level C, and have a valid BC driver’s license. Travel may be required and the role starts Oct 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Basic Life Support, Level C certificate.
• Two years recent related experience.
• Valid BC Drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and nursing procedures during home visits.
• Contribute to development of client-centered care and self-care management policies.
• Support and direct Community Health Workers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health professionals to ensure quality care.
• Travel may be required with use of a personal vehicle.

Skills

Communication

Assessment skills

Prioritization

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration (LPN)

Basic Life Support Level C

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care - (235620)

Comox Valley Home & Community Care (CVHCC) - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0830-1648 ; 1100-1918 ; As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$32.84 - $44.96

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Oct. 1 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or the Designate, working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practice Nurse provides personal care, performs nursing procedures, conducts home visits and completes assessments to ensure quality client care. Contributes to the development of client centered care and self care management standards, policies and procedures. Supports and directs Community Health Workers. Collaborates, consults and acts as a liaison with the interdisciplinary team of health care professionals to facilitate quality care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to Home and Community Care Program operating policies, standards and protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis.
• Basic Life Support, Level C certificate. Two years recent related experience.
• Valid BC Drivers license.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and competencies of full scope of Practice currently required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability for good observation and patient/client assessment skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize & prioritize work for self and others.
• Provide culturally sensitive care and services.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including computer and a variety of windows based software.
• Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer and/or the College.

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in BC! Island 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.