Licensed Practical Nurse; lpn), Community

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 Highland Health & Family Development Centre.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the LPN Home Support Team Leader/Primary Care Nurse coordinates Home Support Services by supervising Community Health Workers, overseeing the implementation of client care plans, providing training and evaluation of personal care techniques, provides advocacy services, and also functions as a member of the interprofessional team and applies best practice to provide competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, schools, and communities.

The Home Support Team Leader/Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse performs assessments, plans, and implements and provides personal and nursing care to people. The LPN administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures. The scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given population.

The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols.

Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province.

Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers.

Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

• 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.

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.

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

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Two (2) years of recent, related experience including one (1) year in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Curr…