Licensed Practical Nurse Primary Care

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Canada is looking for a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate patient care within a primary care environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with healthcare teams and ensuring continuity of care for clients. Applicants must hold registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and possess effective communication skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a supportive community-focused organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Must have registration as a practicing LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Travel may be required, with the possibility of using one's vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate patient care in a primary care setting.
• Work collaboratively with health care teams to provide quality care.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to administer medications

Physical ability to perform duties

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Position Summary

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 in Primary Care.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Days, 08:15 to 16:45

Primary and Community Care

Northern Health's approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings, and will result in better long-term health outcomes.

Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• 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.

Are you an International Applicant? Before

Applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Travel may be required, and may be required to use own vehicle on NH business.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, families, co-workers, members of the multidisciplinary team and the public.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the CLPNBC including administering medications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.