Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Health PEI; Prince Edward Island; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Health PEI seeks Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) who are passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Join a remarkable community in Prince Edward Island, where you'll receive competitive wages, professional development opportunities, and be part of a supportive, inclusive environment dedicated to the well-being of the community.

Benefits

Defined Pension Plan

Training and Development Opportunities

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Online tools for Mental Health support

Employee and family assistance program

Generous paid vacation days

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
• Good previous work and attendance record.
• Demonstrated alignment with Health PEI's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical nursing services to treat health conditions and promote health.
• Assist individuals and families to achieve an optimal state of health.
• Take direction from a registered nurse or medical practitioner.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from an approved school of Nursing

Job description

We Are Hiring New Graduates!

Are you a passionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) seeking to make a difference in healthcare? If so, we may have the perfect role for you at Health PEI - Health Care Graduates Expression of Interest for Employment | eServices Prince Edward Island.

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a regulated health care professional who provides practical nursing services for the purposes of treating health conditions, promoting health, preventing illness and assisting individuals, families/partner in care, to achieve an optimal state of health. LPNs working within Health PEI, take direction from a registered nurse or a duly qualified medical practitioner either orally or in writing, including telephone or electronic transmission.

Who We Are

A Remarkable Community.Prince Edward Island (PEI) is a place like no other. With its small, inviting communities and stunning natural beauty, PEI offers a quality of life that is second to none. Here you can take in the small-town ambiance and stunning beaches, enjoy short and scenic commutes to work, experience our vibrant and eclectic cultural scene, and live and learn in a place where safety and quality of education are the cornerstone of our province.

Beyond the iconic lighthouses and serene shores, you’ll find a workplace and experience as unique as the island itself. At Health PEI you'll find a world of possibilities that extend beyond conventional healthcare. Here, you'll have the chance to work in unique settings, explore diverse career paths with plenty of opportunities to progress, and work alongside kind and committed teammates who genuinely care about elevating the way we support thousands of islanders. In one of Canada's fastest-growing provinces, you can join us in redefining healthcare and ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our island and its people.

What we offer

Salary Ranging from $26.49/ hours (Step 1)- $31.59 per hour (Level LPN – UPSE)

In addition to a competitive salary and a rewarding career where you can make a unique impact, we offer a comprehensive rewards package that meets the various needs of our diverse employees, including:

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Defined Pension Plan
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Online tools and resources for Mental Health support
• Employee and family assistance program; and
• Generous paid vacation days.

Recruitment Incentives

• $5,000 New Grad incentive
• $5,000 Rural Incentive – For Eligible Positions outside of Charlottetown, PEI
• Please See:Licensed Practical Nurses - Nursing Recruitment Incentive Program | Government of Prince Edward Island

And, under the Federal Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program, Nurses can apply for up to $20,000 (A maximum $4,000 for five years who work in rural areas).

What you’ll bring

• Graduation from an approved school of Nursing.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
• Good previous work and attendance record.
• Demonstrated an alignment with Health PEIs mission, vision and values, including honesty, integrity in personal and professional behaviour.

What’s next

We encourage you to complete an Expression of Interest Form to help us get to know you-Health Care Graduates Expression of Interest for Employment | eServices Prince Edward Island. Upon successful submission of the form, the Campus Recruitment team will be in contact to confirm your eligibility to move forward with an interview and reference checks.

AllHealth Care Workers are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination as per Health PEI’s Covid-19 Immunization and Management Policy, exceptions to are vaccination policy are only made for medical exemptions and require they will submission of supporting documentation to Employee Health / Wellness and Safety.

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not onlydoes this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.