LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), GENERAL MEDICAL
Top Benefits
About the role
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 at the Fort St. John Hospital.
In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements, and provides personal and nursing care to patients. Under the direction of the manager or designate, provides patient care in the Surgical Services and Chronic Disease Programs. The scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given patient population. The LPN 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.
Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Some more highlights about the hospital:
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Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
-
Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
-
Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
-
3 Intensive care units
-
Minor surgeries
-
7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum Fort St. John also has the Health Unit and Primary Care Clinic which serve the community.
Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St. John is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
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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
Qualifications
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Graduate of a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
-
Current full practicing licensure with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
-
C.P.R. certification.
Skills and Abilities:
-
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
-
Ability to operate related equipment.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
-
Ability to deal effectively with others.
-
Ability to organize work.
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.
Comments
Competition #:
05717335
Employee Type:
CASUAL
Bargaining Unit:
BCNU
Facility:
FSJ HOSP/HEALTH CENTRE
Location:
Fort St. John, BC
Department:
FSH GENERAL MEDICAL CLINIC
Reports To:
MANAGER
Hourly Wage:
$32.84 - $41.35
Close Date:
NOVEMBER 06, 2025
- All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT
About Northern Health
Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.
Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.
Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.
Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.
These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.
Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), GENERAL MEDICAL
Top Benefits
About the role
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 at the Fort St. John Hospital.
In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements, and provides personal and nursing care to patients. Under the direction of the manager or designate, provides patient care in the Surgical Services and Chronic Disease Programs. The scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given patient population. The LPN 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.
Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Some more highlights about the hospital:
-
Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
-
Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
-
Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
-
3 Intensive care units
-
Minor surgeries
-
7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum Fort St. John also has the Health Unit and Primary Care Clinic which serve the community.
Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St. John is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.
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
Qualifications
-
Graduate of a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
-
Current full practicing licensure with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
-
C.P.R. certification.
Skills and Abilities:
-
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
-
Ability to operate related equipment.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
-
Ability to deal effectively with others.
-
Ability to organize work.
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.
Comments
Competition #:
05717335
Employee Type:
CASUAL
Bargaining Unit:
BCNU
Facility:
FSJ HOSP/HEALTH CENTRE
Location:
Fort St. John, BC
Department:
FSH GENERAL MEDICAL CLINIC
Reports To:
MANAGER
Hourly Wage:
$32.84 - $41.35
Close Date:
NOVEMBER 06, 2025
- All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT
About Northern Health
Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.
Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.
Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.
Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.
These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.
Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.