Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide home and community care on Salt Spring Island. You will perform nursing procedures, conduct home visits, and complete client assessments to ensure quality care.

Reporting to the Manager, you will work independently and with an interdisciplinary team, support Community Health Workers, and ensure care aligns with BC Standards of Practice.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• 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.
• Valid BC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and perform nursing procedures.
• Conduct home visits and complete client assessments.
• Contribute to client centered care and self-care management standards, policies and procedures.
• Support and direct Community Health Workers and collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Professional development

Education

LPN registration (BC)

Mental health/Substance use knowledge per BCCNM

BLS Level C

Two years related experience

Valid BC Driver's license

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care - (234829)

Salt Spring Island Health Unit (SSHU) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8k 1T1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

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

Aug. 31 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 (mNPRs) are here in BC! Island Health, alongside BC's other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.