LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), LEAD, HOME SUPPORT

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Prince George is seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver compassionate patient care and coordinate Home Support Services. Candidates must have LPN certification and experience in community health settings. The role includes supervising health workers and implementing client care plans. This position offers comprehensive benefits, four weeks of vacation, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training

Outdoor activities

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with registration in BC.
• Experience in supervising health workers is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Home Support Services by supervising Community Health Workers.
• Perform assessments and provide nursing care to clients.
• Implement client care plans and provide advocacy services.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team leadership

Community health knowledge

Education

LPN certification

Job description

Overview

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Highland Health & Family Development Centre.

Responsibilities

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Team Leader coordinates Home Support Services by supervising Community Health Workers, overseeing the implementation of client care plans, providing training and evaluation of personal care techniques, and providing advocacy services. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to clients in a community health setting. Provides nursing procedures within the LPN Standards of Practice as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Location

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit.

What Northern Health has to offer you

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Application Documents

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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