Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Training May Be Offered

Work Location Texada Island Health

Department Private Clinics Health Centre

Work Area Texada Island

Supplementary Job Title Training may be offered

Home Worksite 75 - Texada Island Health Centre

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Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITY

Should there be insufficient qualified candidates available for the above position, VCH may offer an 8‑week training program.  Cover letter and resume are required. Learn more about this training opportunity here!

Candidates accepting this training opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training.

Job Summary

Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Gillies Bay, BC with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Relocation Assistance and Staff Housing may be available.

Are you a dedicated healthcare worker and enjoy working as a member of an interdisciplinary care team? Do you thrive in both independent and collaborative environments? Apply to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Vancouver Coastal Health today!

As a LPN at Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Practice collaboratively as a member of an interprofessional team within Scope of Practice and Professional/Practice Standards of BCCNM for Licensed Practical Nurses and within VCH policies, guidelines and clinical practice documents.
• Provide care to clients and families based on predictable outcomes and the needs/outcomes can be managed by following an established plan of care or under the direction/supervision/guidance of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Work closely with the RN in direct care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care.
• Support clients and families to achieve and maintain optimal health.

Relocation Assistance may be available. Nurses may be eligible for Provincial and Federal student loan forgiveness. For more information please visit https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/doctors-nurses/eligibility.html and [https://studentaidbc.ca/repay/repayment-help/bc-loan-forg VCH staff

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years recent experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse providing care in the community or acute (medical/surgical/palliative, simple wound care) care setting or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Valid B.C. Driver’s License may be required as local area travel may require the use of a vehicle, and will be listed on the posting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Demonstrated ability in dealing with a variety of situations and responsibilities requiring initiative, creativity and professional judgment.
• Knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe and competent care, specifically pertaining to Aboriginal people.
• Knowledge and practice within the standards dictated by the BCCNM for LPNs.
• Broad knowledge of working with clients and families across the life span.
• Broad knowledge of working with Medical, Surgical and Palliative clients.
• Broad knowledge of Community resources and polices**

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award‑winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteer
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2025.

Only short‑listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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