Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care, Multi-Site

Providence Health Care; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,240 - 56,963; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Job summary

Providence Health Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents. You will collaborate with a diverse healthcare team and provide emotional comfort to patients and families. This role emphasizes building strong relationships and contributing to a supportive care environment.

Applicants must graduate from a recognized nursing program and be registered with the BC College of Nurses. The salary ranges from CAD $32.84 to CAD $41.35 per hour, offering numerous professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Current certification in basic cardiac life support is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care according to established policies and care plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed.
• Administer medications and monitor effects as per protocols.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Decision-making skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Teaching abilities

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses

Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives

Current basic cardiac life support certification

Job description

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr.

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes.

Testing may be required. A criminal record check may be required.

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, and caregivers, collaborate with a compassionate and knowledgeable interdisciplinary care team, and contribute to an overall sense of “home” for residents.

Preferred long-term care sites for application:

• St Vincent Hospital Langara (255 W 62nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5X 4V4)
• Youville Residence (4950 Heather St, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3L9)
• Brock Fahrni Pavillion (4650 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6H 4J4)
• Mount St. Joseph Hospital Long-Term Care (3080 Prince Edward Street Vancouver, BC V5T 3N4)
• Holy Family Hospital (7801 Argyle St, Vancouver, BC V5P 3L6)
• Chenchenstway Care Home (7550 Rosewood St, Burnaby, BC V5E 2G8)

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.

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
• A competitive Salary $32.84-$41.35 CAD

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

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.