Licensed Practical Nurse | Community Care

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Position Summary Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today! Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Home Health team at Pleasant Valley Health Centre in Armstrong, BC. If Community Care Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today! Who We Are Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that i…

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Position Summary Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today! Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Home Health team at Pleasant Valley Health Centre in Armstrong, BC. If Community Care Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today! Who We Are Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve. What We Offer We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career: Employee & Family Assistance Program Employer paid training/education opportunities Generous Vacation Entitlement Employer Paid Health Benefits Municipal Pension Plan Shift Premiums Competitive wages About the Job The Licensed Practical Nurse: In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to clients such as wound care, IV, catheter care and pleurex drains Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures 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 This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis. Shifts of work will be scheduled days rotating from 08:00-16:00. About this Location Nestled in the scenic Spallumcheen Valley, Armstrong is a quaint town known for its agricultural roots and vibrant community. Just 20 minutes from Vernon, Armstrong offers a blend of small-town charm, local boutiques, cozy cafes, and a thriving arts scene. Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today! A first in Canada: minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPRs) are starting in B.C.! Interior Health, alongside B.C.'s other health authorities, is implementing mNPRs as a transformative staffing initiative that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients. Qualifications Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and one (1) year of recent, related community, acute care or long-term care experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives Current valid BC Driver’s License Comments Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups. Competition #: 02451729 Employee Type: CASUAL Bargaining Unit: BCNU Facility: PLEASANT VALLEY HLTH CTR Location: Armstrong Department: ARC CONTINUOUS HH Reports To: MANAGER (OR DESIGNATE) Hourly Wage: $32.84 - $41.35 Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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• Health · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• Reliable · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Clinical care · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

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