Medical Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide safe, patient-centered care in Medical-Surgical units, including performing assessments and administering treatments. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Job details

About Us: Russell Tobin is a leading workforce solutions provider connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding career opportunities across Canada. We are committed to supporting healthcare professionals with flexible contract opportunities while helping healthcare facilities meet their staffing needs. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Medical Surgical (Medsurg) Position Summary: Russell Tobin is seeking experienced and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for Medical-Surgical units across British Columbia. This opportunity offers the chance to work in acute-care hospital settings, providing safe, comprehensive, and patient-centered nursing care while collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support positive patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Provide safe, compassionate, and patient-centered nursing care to patients in Medical-Surgical units. Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor patients for changes in condition. Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and treatment responses, and report significant changes to the appropriate healthcare team. Assist with wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and other clinical procedures within LPN scope of practice. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, medications, and progress. Educate patients and families regarding medications, treatments, care plans, and discharge instructions. Follow infection prevention and control practices, patient safety standards, and facility policies. Qualifications: Current and valid LPN license in British Columbia. Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. Previous experience in Medical-Surgical or acute-care hospital settings preferred. Strong knowledge of patient assessment, medication administration, and clinical nursing procedures. Experience with wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and other relevant bedside nursing skills. Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately within LPN scope of practice. Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. What We Offer: Competitive pay rate: CAD $42- $51per hour Facility-provided accommodation for the duration of the assignment 24*7 Support for the best contract experience Round-trip airfare reimbursement Paid travel time at regular hourly rates, capped at 7.5 hours each way Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience while working in a supportive healthcare environment Position Details Assignment Length: 4-13 weeks (extension opportunities available) Location: Multiple locations across British Columbia (Prince George Terrace, Sechelt, Quesnel, etc.) Canada (On-site) Schedule & Shifts: Full-time hours; Day, Evening, and Night shifts based on facility requirements Job Type: Contract | Travel Nursing Connect With Us Email: vanshika.aggrawal@russelltobin.com Contact: 778-326-0682 Equal Opportunity Statement Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local law.

What you’ll do

The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide safe, patient-centered care in Medical-Surgical units, including performing assessments and administering treatments. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current and valid LPN license in British Columbia and have graduated from an accredited Practical Nursing program. Previous experience in Medical-Surgical or acute-care hospital settings is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Facility-provided accommodation
• 24/7 support
• Round-trip airfare reimbursement
• Paid travel time

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Infection Prevention · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient assessment
• Medication administration
• Wound care
• IV therapy
• Catheter care
• Clinical nursing procedures
• Patient monitoring
• Care planning
• Documentation
• Infection prevention
• Patient safety
• Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job areas

• Healthcare

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