Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care

Providence Health Care; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Providence Health Care delivers high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager and an interdisciplinary team. The LPN builds strong relationships with residents and families, contributing to a compassionate, home-like environment.

The role requires a recognized LPN program, BC registration, and current CPR. You will assess, medicate, participate in care planning, educate, and support safe, person-centered care across sites.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program.
• Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• Current basic cardiac life support (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care adhering to policies and individualized care plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments and monitor signs/symptoms; communicate with RN/RPN as needed.
• Prepare patients for procedures, transfers and admissions; coordinate with interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications per protocol; monitor effects and communicate with the team.
• Utilize evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices.
• Respond to codes, injuries, spills, and alarms following procedures.
• Assist with staff orientation and provide mentorship.
• Address patient/resident and family learning needs; provide educational materials and referrals.
• Attend care planning meetings; provide input and advocate for patients.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate care plans; assist with discharge planning.
• Operate and clean equipment; report malfunctions; handle hazardous materials; perform clerical duties.

Skills

CPR knowledge

Physical ability

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Prioritization

Teaching/learning needs

Education

Practical Nurse program graduate

BC College of Nurses registration

CPR certification

Job description

Under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager and in close collaboration with a diverse healthcare team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers top-notch nursing care to long-term care residents in addition to providing emotional comfort and support to residents and their families. LPNs in long-term care have the unique opportunity to build deep and lasting relationships with residents/families/caregivers, collaborate with a compassionate and knowledgeable interdisciplinary care team, and contribute to an overall sense of "home" for residents.

Whether you are an experienced LPN or new to the nursing practice, Candidates applying to this posting will be asked to identify their preferred long-term care site. Your application will be shared with the Hiring Manager for your preferred site.

Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to person-centred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities.

What You Bring

Education:

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant
• Current basic cardiac life support certification

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies
• Ability to prioritize and organize work
• Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs

What We Offer

• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

Your Day to Day

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care, adhering to established policies, individualized care plans, and priorities
• Conduct thorough assessments, monitor signs/symptoms, and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed
• Prepare patients for procedures, transfers, and admissions, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications per protocol, monitor effects, and maintain communication with the team
• Utilize evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices
• Respond to incidents such as codes, injuries, spills, and alarms, following procedures
• Assist with staff orientation, demonstrating procedures and providing support
• Address patient/resident and family learning needs, provide educational materials, and make referrals
• Attend care planning meetings, provide input, and advocate for patients/residents
• Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans
• Assist with discharge planning based on patient status and external supports
• Operate and clean equipment, report malfunctions, and handle hazardous materials. Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, faxing, and maintaining records