Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 4 North - Acute Care Elderly

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Richmond Hospital, BC. The ideal candidate will perform nursing functions, provide client support, and work within an interdisciplinary team. The role requires registration with BCCNM and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness supports. This position encourages applications from diverse communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized Practical Nursing program.
• Registered with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform full scope of practical nursing functions for clients.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document client care.
• Provide support to clients and their families.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for duties

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses

Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with BCCNM

Job description

Overview

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

Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with Vancouver Coastal Health! 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 Richmond Hospital in Richmond, BC with Vancouver Coastal Health today!

Responsibilities

• Perform full scope of practical nursing functions for clients with predictable outcomes within a designated area of specialty.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document client care.
• Provide support to clients and their families.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and under general supervision.
• Support 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 for Licenced Practical Nurses.

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 British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

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.

Benefits

• 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 BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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