Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans. They are responsible for conducting assessments, administering medications, and providing emotional support to residents and their families.

Job details

Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr. Job Accuracy Posting Flag The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required Summary Under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager and in close collaboration with a diverse healthcare team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers top-notch nursing care to long-term care residents in addition to providing emotional comfort and support to residents and their families. LPNs in long-term care have the unique opportunity to build deep and lasting relationships with residents/families/caregivers, collaborate with a compassionate and knowledgeable interdisciplinary care team, and contribute to an overall sense of "home" for residents. Apply today and find out why so many staff in Long Term Care have committed decades of their health careers to Providence. Whether you are an experienced LPN or new to the nursing practice, we would like to hear from you! Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratio Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) set the minimum number of nurses required to safely care for patients on a given unit. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses' Union (BCNU), and health organizations across British Columbia, mNPR provides a consistent and transparent approach to staffing that supports safe nursing practice and high-quality patient care. At Providence Health Care (PHC), our approach to implementing mNPR reflects our commitment to person-centred, socially just, compassionate care and our dedication to Indigenous cultural safety. Guided by our mission and values - Spirituality, Integrity, Stewardship, Trust, Excellence, and Respect - PHC is working collaboratively across all departments to ensure mNPR is thoughtfully adapted to the unique needs of each clinical program and specialty area. This tailored, values-driven implementation aligns with our commitment to compassionate, innovative, and patient-centred care and positions PHC to meet the evolving health needs of our patients, residents, families, and communities. What You Bring Education: Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant Current basic cardiac life support certification Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies Ability to prioritize and organize work Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs What We Offer A competitive Salary: $32.84-$41.35 CAD Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents. Your Day to Day Provide safe and respectful nursing care, adhering to established policies, individualized care plans, and priorities Conduct thorough assessments, monitor signs/symptoms, and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed Prepare patients for procedures, transfers, and admissions, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team Administer medications per protocol, monitor effects, and maintain communication with the team Utilize evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices Respond to incidents such as codes, injuries, spills, and alarms, following procedures Assist with staff orientation, demonstrating procedures and providing support Address patient/resident and family learning needs, provide educational materials, and make referrals Attend care planning meetings, provide input, and advocate for patients/residents Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans Assist with discharge planning based on patient status and external supports Operate and clean equipment, report malfunctions, and handle hazardous materials. Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, faxing, and maintaining records We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

What you’ll do

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans. They are responsible for conducting assessments, administering medications, and providing emotional support to residents and their families.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and hold current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. Additionally, a current basic cardiac life support certification and the physical ability to perform the duties of the position are required.

Benefits

• Professional development
• Growth opportunities
• Inclusive culture

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Emotional support · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Nursing care
• Patient assessment
• Medication administration
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Conflict resolution
• Care planning
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Patient advocacy
• Clinical documentation
• Staff orientation
• Analytical skills
• Prioritization
• Communication
• Emotional support
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Patient Preparation
• Cleaning and Sanitation Protocols
• Compassion
• Educational Materials
• Discharge Planning
• Patient-Centered Care
• Analytical Skills
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Care Planning
• Decision Making
• Clerical Works
• Conflict Resolution
• Integrated Care
• Cultural Safety
• Innovation
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Long-Term Care
• Medication Administration
• Midwifery
• Nursing Care
• Nursing Practices
• Operations
• Patient Advocacy
• Coordinating
• Registered Practical Nurse

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses