Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Parksville; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health authority as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care. In this vital role, you'll provide compassionate care to residents while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include performing assessments, planning care, and delivering personal care, all while adhering to the highest standards of practice. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals. With a competitive hourly rate and the potential for a generous signing bonus, this is a chance to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity to contribute to community health!

Benefits

Up to $20,000 signing bonus

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives required.
• Additional education for MHSU roles may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to complex but stable residents/clients.
• Perform assessments and personal care as per nursing procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Medication administration

Equipment operation

Physical capability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Additional education for MHSU positions

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care - (209171)

Trillium Lodge - Parksville, BC V9P 2G9 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: No

Shift Start Time/End Time: 07:00-13:00, 15:00-21:00

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $32.84 - $44.96

Paid FTE: 0.55

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 39.42

Planned Start Date: Feb. 11 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Dec. 31 2025

Pending Return of Incumbent: Yes

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.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to complex but stable residents/clients. Performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and performs nursing procedures. 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 agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• MHSU positions also require completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are the primary diagnosis.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, co-workers, members of the multidisciplinary team and the public.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Organize work and implement a plan of care.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, including administering medications.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.

This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!