Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Home & Community Care reaching clients in Port Alberni and surrounding areas. You will perform nursing procedures, conduct home visits, and assess client needs to ensure quality care.

We value collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, adherence to standards, and flexibility for travel between sites. A valid BC driver's license and recent LPN experience are preferred.

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 Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and nursing procedures.
• Conduct home visits and client assessments to ensure quality care.
• Support and direct Community Health Workers and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Operate within Standards of Practice and care policies.

Skills

LPN licensure

Mental Health knowledge

Substance use knowledge

Basic Life Support Level C

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Independent work

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

BC College of Nurses and Midwives LPN registration

BCLS (Basic Life Support)

Driver's license

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care - (236404)

Port Alberni Home & Community Care Services (PAHCCS) - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4N1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0700-1900 ; 1900-0700 ; 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. 12 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.