Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Bella Bella; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join their interdisciplinary team in a picturesque island community. This role offers the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively, providing essential nursing care to clients with predictable outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a recognized nursing qualification, current registration, and a passion for patient care. With a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development, you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a vibrant community surrounded by nature's beauty.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness support services

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program or equivalent.
• Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with BCCNM.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care independently and collaboratively.
• Assist Registered Nurse with complex client care.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program

Current registration with BCCNM

Current CPR Certificate

Job description

Salary

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

Job Summary

Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Relocation Assistance and Staff housing may be available.

Are you a dedicated healthcare worker and enjoy working as a member of an interdisciplinary care team? Do you thrive in both independent and collaborative environments? Apply to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Vancouver Coastal Health in Bella Bella today!

As an LPN at Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:

• Work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Perform full scope of practical nursing functions as outlined by BCCNM for clients with predictable outcomes within a designated area of specialty.
• Perform duties such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care and providing support to clients and their families.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and under general supervision assists the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Maintain and advance clinical competence pursuant to the standards of practice of BCCNM.

ABOUT BELLA BELLA, BC

Bella Bella is a beautiful island community off the central coast of British Columbia, 690 km north of Vancouver. It is surrounded by a magical world of channels, inlets and old growth forest. It is home to salmon, orcas, humpbacks, bald eagles and the other denizens of the Pacific Northwest. The climate is mild and the area is a paradise for kayaking, sport fishing, hiking and photography.

The Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella has 7 acute beds, 7 long term care beds and a 4-bed emergency department open 24/7, along with Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging services. It offers telehealth services as well as specialty clinics. Heiltsuk Hospital also has an Intensive Case Management team for mental health and substance use. There is a medical clinic and a pharmacy located in the hospital. The healthcare team consists of Physicians, RNs, LPNs, PCAs, Laboratory and Radiology Technologists, Combined Lab/X-Ray Technologists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Assistants, and Support Services Personnel.

Heiltsuk Hospital is located on the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk Nation. It is one of the only provincial hospitals located on a reserve in all of Canada.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.