Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Long-term Care

Interior Health Authority; New Denver; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Vacation entitlement

Health benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift premiums

Competitive wages

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Long-term Care team at Slocan Community Hospital Intermediate Care in New Denver, BC. Shifts are days and nights on a rotating 07:00–19:00 and 19:00–07:00 schedule, with a casual employment type and 0–37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.

We offer a supportive work environment, employee benefits, and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current LPN license in BC.
• Performs assessments and plans with the multidisciplinary team.
• Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and nursing care to residents as part of the care team.
• Administer medications in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Follow Standards of Practice and organizational policies.

Skills

Assessment

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

LPN license

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join Long-term Care team at Slocan Community Hospital Intermediate Care in New Denver, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!

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

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

• 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

Employment Type

This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as‑needed basis.

Shift Schedule

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

About this Location

The Slocan Community Hospital (The Pavillion), located in New Denver, is a residential facility attached to the 24/7 Emergency Unit and physicians' offices. Our resident‑centred philosophy is designed to support residents’ choices, help people function at their highest level and provide the best quality of life possible. The facility is one storey with six private rooms and 10 semi‑private (double occupancy) rooms with stunning views of the mountains and lake. Our Recreational Program Coordinator is on site 5 days/week as well as a Rehabilitation Assistant on site for walking, balance and strength classes. The Physiotherapist and occupational therapist see residents regularly as needed as well and we have a van on site for outings with the residents.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!