Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn), Primary Care Medical Unit

White Spot; Prince George; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team at the University Hospital of Northern BC. This role involves delivering compassionate patient care, participating in interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring a safe environment for all. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication and decision-making skills, as well as relevant education and experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation after one year

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized Practical Nurse program.
• Registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• Current certification in CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients.
• Develop care plans and conduct patient assessments.
• Advocate for patients and participate in care team meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work effectively with others

Decision-making skills

Conflict resolution

Teaching skills

Education

Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program

Current basic cardiac life support certification

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication to delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the University Hospital of Northern BC.

In accordance with the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the person promotes a safe, respectful, and civil working environment for patients, residents, families, visitors, and staff.

Reporting to the Program Lead or Designate and working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies, procedures, and the Standards of Practice for the Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia. The LPN functions as an independent practitioner but recognizes situations such as increased patient acuity or care outside the scope of an LPN where collaborative support and/or clinical intervention from an RN/RPN is appropriate. The LPN assists patients/residents in meeting their physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs, consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Northern Health and established protocols. Responsibilities include developing care plans, conducting assessments, implementing and evaluating interventions, documenting information, and acting as an advocate for patients/residents. The LPN participates in meetings including care conferences and assists with orientation of new staff and students as needed. They respond to and report incidents according to established procedures and perform clerical duties as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)

University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest Acute Care facility within the Northern Health region and a hub for specialized health services. It is also a teaching hospital that provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, hosts residents in UBC's Family Practice Residency Program, and is a key clinical education site for nursing and health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT, and other institutions. UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations, and new equipment since 2001, including an expanded emergency room, ICU, maternal-child care centre, MRI unit, and a cancer centre for Northern BC.

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health, and culture for northern British Columbia, serving a rural population of about 300,000. The city boasts affordable housing, short commutes, and a high standard of living, with a population of approximately 82,300 residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is home to the University of Northern British Columbia, known as Canada's Green university, and offers a warm, friendly, and diverse community.

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 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" offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

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

• Registration number (if part of a regulated profession)
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as program certificates, diplomas, transcripts, etc.
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume.

Are you an International Applicant? Please follow the steps on our Northern Health careers page before applying.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Current basic cardiac life support certification.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and ability to perform CPR procedures appropriate for the area of service.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Proficiency with related equipment.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Decision-making and analytical skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work.
• Teaching skills and ability to identify patient/resident learning needs.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, offering health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation communities. We serve a population of 300,000 with more than 7,000 staff, providing hospital and community-based healthcare through various facilities and services.