Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Acute

Interior Health; Trail; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to join the surgical unit at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail BC. The role focuses on patient assessments, care planning, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

This relief part-time position (0.65 FTE) offers rotating day and night shifts, with opportunities for professional development and access to IH benefits and pension plans.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses.
• Current full practicing licensure with BCCNM.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and plans, implements and provides nursing care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications per policies.
• Operates within Standards of Practice and unit protocols.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment skills

Communication

Education

Practical Nurse Diploma

BC LPN Licensure (BCCNM)

CPR Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join us on the surgical unit at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment,

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• Performs assessments and plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; the scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given client population
• Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures
• Operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols

This is a Relief Part Time (0.65) opportunity until January 10, 2028, or the return of the incumbent.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and nights rotating from 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 hours.

Qualfications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses
• Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Current CPR certification required *Please upload a copy of your valid CPR certificate with your application*

About this Location

Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital provides hospital services to residents of the Kootenay Boundary Health Service Area. Services include 24-hour emergency services, intensive care, general surgery, obstetrics, renal, and psychiatry as well as a 30 bed acute medical unit and 23 bed surgical unit. Trail is situated on the Columbia River in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia. It is a special place with affordable real estate, outstanding recreational facilities and an abundance of outdoor activities.

Set along the Columbia River in the West Kootenays, Trail is a vibrant town offering easy access to both outdoor recreation and rich local culture. In the warmer months, residents and visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and fishing, while winter brings skiing, snowshoeing, and other snow activities.

With its lively downtown, strong sense of community, and a variety of local businesses and cultural events, Trail offers a well-rounded lifestyle for everyone. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or someone who enjoys small-town charm, Trail is the perfect place to call home.