LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, COMMUNITY CARE (PERMANENT FULL TIME) Job at Northern Health

Northern Health Fort Nelson, BC

Competition #:
05582749

Employee Type:
PERMANENT FULL TIME

Bargaining Unit:
BCNU

Facility:
FORT NELSON HEALTH UNIT

Department:
FNO INTERPROF TEAM 1

Reports To:
DEPARTMENT MANAGER

Hourly Wage:
$28.43 - $32.98

Close Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Comments:


This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

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 in Fort Nelson.

Reporting to the Home & Community Care Program Manager and under the work direction of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs a variety of tasks to support client care in the community. Duties include such tasks as supporting the Long Term Care Case Managers, and assisting in the duties that are associated with the Long Term Care Case Management Program. Duties are carried out in accordance with agency policies, procedures and philosophy of care.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days; Monday to Friday; 08:00 to 16:30

Fort Nelson is located in the northernmost region of the Rocky Mountains and has a family and recreation-oriented community of 3,366 (2021) people. The country around Fort Nelson is vast and has an abundance of rivers, mountains, hot springs and wildlife viewing for the adventure seeker. Check out Fort Nelson for more information for those who want a slower pace lifestyle.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
  • Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, 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.


  • Qualifications


  • Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.

  • A valid drivers license.


  • Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

  • Ability to deal with others effectively.

  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

  • Ability to organize work.

  • Ability to operate related equipment.

  • Must be able to follow and work within the guidelines and policies set out by the Northern Health Authority.


  • Who we are
    Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

    Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

    There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.


    • All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT



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